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PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising
Digital fundraising support for charities
Last Update: May 18, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
PayPal Giving Fund Canada helps charities expand digital fundraising and reach donors on partner platforms. It provides monthly grants to eligible charities, with automated receipts and reporting tools.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Digital fundraising through partner platforms.
- Charity enrollment and profile visibility across fundraising channels.
- Donation collection and automated donor receipting.
- Monthly disbursement of granted funds to charities.
Documents Needed
- Current legal name
- Proof of registered charity or qualified donee status
- Charity address
- PayPal account email address
- Logo and mission statement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian registered charities
- Qualified donees
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not CRA-registered charities or qualified donees.
- Charities without a PayPal Business account in good standing.
- Organizations subject to sanctions or failing PayPal’s policy requirements.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for charity status and enrollment requirements.
- PayPal may verify information and status using third-party service providers.
- Approved charities become Participating Charities and can receive grants.
- Eligibility may be reviewed again over time, and status can be denied or revoked if standards are not met.
Additional information
- PayPal Giving Fund Canada is a registered charity with the CRA.
- Donations are made to PayPal Giving Fund Canada, which then grants funds to eligible charities.
- Charities can enroll to be visible on partner platforms and access reporting tools.
- Funds are typically delivered monthly to the charity’s PayPal Business account.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising. 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 PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising?
PayPal Giving Fund Canada helps charities expand digital fundraising and reach donors on partner platforms. It provides monthly grants to eligible charities, with automated receipts and reporting tools.
Who is eligible for the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising program?
To be eligible for the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising program, you must:
CRA-registered charity or qualified donee
Good-standing PayPal Business account
Completed charity profile
What expenses are eligible under PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising?
Digital fundraising through partner platforms.
Charity enrollment and profile visibility across fundraising channels.
Donation collection and automated donor receipting.
Monthly disbursement of granted funds to charities.
Who can I contact for more information about the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising?
You can contact PayPal Giving Fund Canada by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising available?
The PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising?
PayPal Giving Fund Canada — Charity Digital Fundraising is funded by PayPal Giving Fund Canada