La Ruche — Positive Footprint Fund

• Receive additional funding equivalent to the value of the campaign's objective, up to a maximum of $100,000.
• The supplementary funding is conditional on the successful completion of a crowdfunding campaign on La Ruche.
• The project must meet a minimum campaign financial objective of $5,000, implying a necessity for a total financial need of $10,000 considering the fund's matching of $5,000.
• The fund provides an envelope of nearly $1 million over a four-year span, supported by the Government of Quebec.
• Funding is exclusively applicable to new projects that have a defined start and end date and a specified financial objective.

• Open to enterprises of all types and accessible to all types of project proponents across Quebec.
• Available conditionally upon the successful completion of a crowdfunding campaign on La Ruche.
• The campaign must have a minimum objective of $5,000, equating to a financial need of $10,000 when considering the additional contribution from the Positive Footprint Fund.
• Applicable exclusively to a new, well-defined project, indicating start and end dates and a financial objective.
• Not intended to finance regular operations or scholarships.
• Projects must not have received other national public funding for the same project or support from the Quebec government for the same project.
• All eligibility criteria are described in the Positive Footprint Fund Policy.

Who is eligible?

• All types of companies
• Any project leaders throughout Quebec

Who is not eligible

• Projects aimed at raising funds strictly for scholarships through an organization to redistribute later in its activities.

Eligible expenses

• Creation of educational materials.
• Organization of workshops, courses, and training sessions.
• Production of video segments and documentaries.
• Development of a mobile application.
• Elaboration of teambuilding activities.
• Publication of a book or scientific articles.
• Organization of conferences and webinars.

Eligible geographic areas

• Quebec

• Potential impact on energy and climate transition.
• Ability to mobilize and raise public awareness.
• Clarity and feasibility of the proposed educational plan.
• Ability to reach and engage the community around the campaign.

• Contact La Ruche directly at 418 286-0373 or via email at info@laruchequebec.com for personalized advice and more detailed information about the application process.
• The Positive Footprint Fund's application deadline is September 8, 2025, or until funds are depleted, with no submissions accepted afterward.
• Applicants should watch a 11-minute informational session and a 7-minute info capsule on the Positive Footprint Fund before applying.
• The program operates continuously, meaning proposals can be submitted at any time until the deadline as long as funding remains available.
• It is essential that applicants clearly define their project with specific start and end dates, goals, and financial objectives.
• The project team at La Ruche is available to assist in defining and refining project details and financial goals.