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Reaching Home

Q: Who is eligible for the Reaching Home program?

To be eligible for the Reaching Home program, you must: Organizations supporting homeless populations in specified regions.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Reaching Home?

You can contact United Way British Columbia.

Q: Where is the Reaching Home available?

The Reaching Home program is available across Canada.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Reaching Home?

Reaching Home is funded by United Way British Columbia

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports community initiatives to reduce homelessness through flexible funding.

Grant and Funding

United Way British Columbia

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

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

Overview

The Reaching Home funding program supports community-based solutions to homelessness by providing flexible financial resources to organizations working with homeless populations or those at risk. The program prioritizes Indigenous-led initiatives and projects in specific regions, fostering local leadership and culturally appropriate services.

Activities funded

Providing outreach and support services for homeless populations

Developing transitional housing solutions

Implementing culturally appropriate support programs

Examples of admissible projects:

Establish a community housing support program to assist homeless individuals

Documents Needed

Not specified in the provided information.

Eligibility

Organizations must serve those experiencing or at risk of homelessness
Must operate in specified regions

Who is eligible?

Community organizations serving the homeless or at risk
Indigenous-led organizations or partnerships

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Not specified in the provided information.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

City of Nanaimo and Snuneymuxw First Nation
Cowichan Region
City of Duncan

Selection criteria

Potential project impact on homelessness reduction

Community engagement and partnership strength

Alignment with Indigenous and regional needs

How to apply

Identify community needs and project goalsDevelop a project proposal aligning with program prioritiesCompile supporting documents and submit the proposal for reviewAwait application review and outcome notificationIf approved, execute the project following funding guidelines

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

The program emphasizes supporting Indigenous-led organizations and partnerships, with a preference for projects that are off Reserve.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Reaching Home Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Reaching Home. 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.