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RBC Foundation - Sponsorships
Community funding via sponsorships and investments
Offered by
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
RBC Foundation Sponsorships supports events and ideas that create marketing value and visibility for RBC. Preferred areas include arts and culture, the Olympics, golf, and the environment, while other proposals are assessed for strategic alignment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Funds Providers
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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Environment
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community sponsorships for events and ideas.
- Projects in arts and culture, the Olympics, golf, or the environment.
- Other initiatives that support RBC’s business priorities and promotional goals.
Documents Needed
- Audited financial statements for requests over CA$50,000
- Unaudited financial statements for Canadian organizations in place for less than five years for capital requests in the Start-up stream
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Qualified donees
- Non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Sports teams unless they are qualified donees; political organizations or parties; private or corporate foundations; community foundations unless donations are for program support
- Private primary or secondary schools requiring tuition; commercial associations, advocacy organizations, chambers of commerce, and professional organizations
- Programs or purposes of a religious or sectarian nature; endowment or memorial campaigns; golf tournaments
- Events or costs related to travel; theoretical research; organizations whose values, objectives, policies or practices are contrary to RBC values
Eligible expenses
- Project administration costs, up to 20% of the project budget
- Evaluation and storytelling costs, up to 10% of the project budget
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Sports teams unless they are qualified donees
- Private or corporate foundations; community foundations unless donations are for program support; private primary or secondary schools requiring tuition
- Commercial associations, advocacy organizations, chambers of commerce, and professional organizations
- Programs or purposes of a religious or sectarian nature; endowment or memorial campaigns; golf tournaments
- Events or costs related to travel; theoretical research; organizations whose values, objectives, policies or practices are contrary to RBC values
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Potential impact and alignment with RBC ambitions.
- Community engagement and collaboration.
- Feasibility, including clear and achievable steps.
- Financial soundness and reasonable project budget.
How to apply
- Submit a proposal online
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are carefully reviewed.
- Each organization’s financial health, management practices and governance are examined.
- Applications are reviewed independently and funding is not guaranteed.
- A waiting period between grant cycles may be imposed.
Additional information
- RBC, RBC Foundation and RBC Foundation – U.S. are independent legal entities with distinct priorities and obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships Program
What is the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships?
RBC Foundation Sponsorships supports events and ideas that create marketing value and visibility for RBC. Preferred areas include arts and culture, the Olympics, golf, and the environment, while other proposals are assessed for strategic alignment.
How much funding can be received?
RBC Foundation - Sponsorships Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.
What expenses are eligible under RBC Foundation - Sponsorships?
Community sponsorships for events and ideas.
Projects in arts and culture, the Olympics, golf, or the environment.
Other initiatives that support RBC’s business priorities and promotional goals.
Who can I contact for more information about the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships?
You can contact Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).
Where is the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships available?
The RBC Foundation - Sponsorships program is available across Canada.
Is the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RBC Foundation - Sponsorships is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the RBC Foundation - Sponsorships?
RBC Foundation - Sponsorships is funded by Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)