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Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants
Supports community projects in various sectors with up to $25,000 in funding.
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Community Initiative Grants support projects in social services, arts and culture, education, environment, health, heritage, and animal welfare, with funding requests up to $25,000. The program prioritizes systemic and collaborative approaches, including capacity-building, research, and seed funding to develop emerging initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations and non-profits
- Arts and cultural groups
- Educational institutions
- Environmental and health organizations
- Animal welfare groups
Eligible geographic areas
Not specifiedFrequently Asked Questions about the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants?
The Community Initiative Grants support projects in social services, arts and culture, education, environment, health, heritage, and animal welfare, with funding requests up to $25,000. The program prioritizes systemic and collaborative approaches, including capacity-building, research, and seed funding to develop emerging initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants?
You can contact Community Foundation of Ottawa (OCF).
Where is the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants available?
The Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants?
Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants is funded by Community Foundation of Ottawa (OCF)
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