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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 25000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants is a undefined

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

Q: Who is eligible for the Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

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

You can contact Community Foundation of Ottawa.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Ottawa Community Foundation - Community Initiative Grants?

Eligible expenses generally include costs that directly support the objectives of the funding program. The specific expenses that qualify may vary based on the nature of the project and the program’s guidelines.

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.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

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

Community Foundation of Ottawa

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

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.