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RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream)
Funding for accessible, low-carbon community spaces
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding is available for up to C$2.5 million over five years to improve community spaces in Canada. It supports retrofits, repairs, upgrades, and new builds that improve accessibility and reduce environmental impact.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 0.5% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Retrofits, repairs, and upgrades to existing public community buildings and spaces.
- Construction of new public spaces.
- Projects that improve environmental sustainability.
- Projects that improve accessibility.
Documents Needed
- Project quotes and estimates from a third-party professional for goods and services over C$10,000.
- Lease agreement or proof of ownership for the space.
- Owner permission to complete the project, if applicable.
- Audited financial statements for requests over C$50,000.
- Accessibility or sustainability certification details for new-build projects, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Hospitals
- Cultural institutions
- Community centres
- Registered charities in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Sports teams
- Political organizations or parties
- Private or corporate foundations
- Private fee-based elementary or secondary schools
Eligible expenses
- Retrofits, repairs, and upgrades to existing public community buildings and spaces.
- Construction of new public spaces.
- Accessibility improvements such as ramps, lifts, doors, washrooms, and wayfinding features.
- Environmental upgrades such as HVAC, insulation, solar panels, green roofs, and water-efficiency systems.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Post-secondary institutions, daycares, and non-profits.
- Playgrounds, long-term care facilities, and camps.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against RBC’s priorities, including impact, community engagement, feasibility, and financial position.
- RBC reviews every application, but funding is not guaranteed.
- Organizations may be asked to demonstrate strong financial management and governance.
- Approved projects must be completed within the approved funding term.
Additional information
- Projects must be completed within the approved funding term.
- For requests over C$50,000, audited financial statements are required.
- Canadian organizations less than five years old may have different statement requirements for seed funding requests.
- Funding decisions consider the organization's size, community benefit, and regional population.
Frequently Asked Questions about the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream). 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 RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream)?
Funding is available for up to C$2.5 million over five years to improve community spaces in Canada. It supports retrofits, repairs, upgrades, and new builds that improve accessibility and reduce environmental impact.
How much funding can be received?
RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) Funds up to 0.5% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) program?
To be eligible for the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) program, you must:
Canadian registered charities or qualified donees
Public community buildings or spaces
Projects improving accessibility or sustainability
What expenses are eligible under RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream)?
Retrofits, repairs, and upgrades to existing public community buildings and spaces.
Construction of new public spaces.
Projects that improve environmental sustainability.
Projects that improve accessibility.
Who can I contact for more information about the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream)?
You can contact Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).
Where is the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) available?
The RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) program is available across Canada.
Is the RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RBC Foundation - Grant for Community Spaces RBC Foundation (Development stream) is a Grant and Funding