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President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs
School food and nutrition funding for public schools
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $15,000 for schools to deliver the Power Full Kids Eat Well food program. It also offers up to $2,000 for equipment or for food-based education through related school programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Delivery of universal school food programs
- Food-based education activities in schools
- Use of growing systems or cooking equipment for learning
Documents Needed
- Program Agreement
- EFT Confirmation
- EFT Deposit Approval Form signed by the principal
- Void cheque or bank letter confirming account details
- Annual Report with expenses, participation, and testimonials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian public schools
- First Nation, Inuit, and Métis Nation operated schools
Who is not eligible
- Private schools
- Schools that do not serve students up to 18 years old
Eligible expenses
- Meals and snacks for the school food program
- Equipment for the school food program
- Growing systems or cooking equipment for food-based education
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Food costs under the Equipment Fund
- Consumable supplies under the Equipment Fund
- Staff costs under the Equipment Fund
- Travel costs under the Equipment Fund
- Educational equipment under the Equipment Fund
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Ability to meet all program requirements
- Universal delivery to the full school population
- Alignment of food-based activities to the provincial curriculum
- Public promotion of participation in the program
How to apply
- Step 1: Receive application instructions
- Eligible schools are contacted directly by email for the 2026–2027 cycle.
- Step 2: Prepare the required forms
- Complete the Program Agreement and EFT Confirmation when prompted.
- Prepare the EFT Deposit Approval Form signed by the principal.
- Provide a void cheque or bank letter with account details.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application with the required forms.
- Step 4: Complete reporting after funding
- Submit the Annual Report and final report by the required deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a staggered process for the 2026–2027 cycle.
- Eligible schools are contacted directly by email with application instructions.
- Approved schools must complete the required program forms.
- Annual reporting is required after funding is received.
Additional information
- Funding can be combined with funding from other sources.
- Program participants must complete an Annual Report.
- Final reports are due by June 30 or before new applications are considered.
- Eligible schools may be contacted directly by email for the 2026–2027 application cycle.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs Program
What is the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs?
This program provides up to $15,000 for schools to deliver the Power Full Kids Eat Well food program. It also offers up to $2,000 for equipment or for food-based education through related school programs.
How much funding can be received?
President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs program?
To be eligible for the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs program, you must:
Canadian public schools only
School employee applicant with principal approval
Must deliver the program universally
What expenses are eligible under President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs?
Delivery of universal school food programs
Food-based education activities in schools
Use of growing systems or cooking equipment for learning
Who can I contact for more information about the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs?
You can contact President's Choice Children's Charity (PCCC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs available?
The President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
President's Choice Children's Charity — Childhood Nutrition Programs is a Grant and Funding