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Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds
Funding for local charitable community projects
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 14, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program supports charitable projects in sectors such as animal welfare, arts, education, environment, health, and social welfare. Funding is available up to $5,000 for general causes and up to $1,500 for bereavement projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 14, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Charitable projects in animal welfare
- Arts, culture and heritage projects
- Bereavement-related projects
- Projects for children, youth and families
- Education, environment, health, wellness, research, and social welfare projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Charitable registration number
- Project budget breakdown
- Board Chair endorsement information
- Organization and contact details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Community organizations based in the Pembroke, Petawawa, and surrounding area
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations that are not registered charities
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs included in the submitted budget
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing core operations, including permanent staff salaries
- Fundraising events or campaigns
- Partisan political or religious activities
- Event sponsorships
- Deficit reduction
- Administrative equipment purchases
- Applications from individuals
Eligible geographic areas
- Pembroke
- Petawawa
- Surrounding area
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the foundation.
- Applicants are informed of the decision by email.
- A completed application is required for consideration.
Additional information
- Applicants must be registered charities.
- Applications must be completed in full and submitted by email.
- Draft applications will not be reviewed.
- No additional materials such as annual reports or financial statements should be included unless requested.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds. 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 Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds?
The program supports charitable projects in sectors such as animal welfare, arts, education, environment, health, and social welfare. Funding is available up to $5,000 for general causes and up to $1,500 for bereavement projects.
How much funding can be received?
Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds program?
To be eligible for the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds program, you must:
Registered charity
Based in Pembroke, Petawawa area
Shows own project commitment
What expenses are eligible under Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds?
Charitable projects in animal welfare
Arts, culture and heritage projects
Bereavement-related projects
Projects for children, youth and families
Education, environment, health, wellness, research, and social welfare projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds?
You can contact Pembroke Petawawa District Community Foundation (OVCF) by email at foundation@givingthatgrows.com.
Where is the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds available?
The Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ottawa Valley Community Foundation - General and Bereavement Funds is a Grant and Funding