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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
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- Fit with the program’s objectives and project eligibility criteria
- Fiscal responsibility and effective management
- Project relevance to the local community
- Applicant’s own contribution to the project
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the grant guidelines
- Read the guidelines to confirm eligibility and project fit.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill in all required fields.
- Provide the project details, budget breakdown, and organizational information.
- Do not submit a draft application.
- Step 3: Obtain organizational endorsement
- Have the Board Chair review and support the submission.
- Step 4: Submit by email
- Send one completed application form to foundation@givingthatgrows.com.
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
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