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Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants?

You can contact Community Foundation of Ottawa (OCF).

Q: Where is the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants available?

The Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: 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

Q: 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)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports community projects in various sectors with up to $25,000 in funding.

Grant and Funding

Community Foundation of Ottawa

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Minimum amount : 15,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

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

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.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 20,000

Enhancing community arts through digital technology and training

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 specified

How to apply

Identify your project focus and eligibilityPrepare a detailed project proposal including objectives and expected outcomesGather necessary supporting documents such as a project plan and budgetSubmit your application before the deadline through the designated portal or processAwait decision notification, which will be communicated by the end of June

Apply to this program

Frequently 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.