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Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF)
Emergency support for eligible Grenadiers and spouses
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides emergency financial support in the form of bursaries or loans. It is intended to help eligible Grenadiers and their spouses reduce pressures affecting service or relieve hardship.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Grenadiers actively serving in the Canadian Forces
- Past-serving Grenadiers
- Spouses of Grenadiers
How to apply
- Step 1: Identify the correct application route
- Serving Grenadiers submit requests through the chain of command to the Commanding Officer via the Padre.
- Past-serving Grenadiers submit requests directly to the Foundation with support from the National Executive of the Association.
- Step 2: Send the request by email
- Submit the request to the Foundation by email.
- Step 3: Await committee approval
- The RFAF Committee reviews the request and decides whether to grant support.
Processing and Agreement
- Requests are reviewed by the RFAF Committee.
- Requests are approved before support is granted.
- Serving Grenadiers apply through the chain of command via the Padre.
- Past-serving Grenadiers apply directly to the Foundation with support from the National Executive.
Additional information
- Support is provided as emergency funds.
- Assistance may take the form of bursaries or loans.
- Requests are approved by the RFAF Committee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) Program
What is the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF)?
This program provides emergency financial support in the form of bursaries or loans. It is intended to help eligible Grenadiers and their spouses reduce pressures affecting service or relieve hardship.
Who is eligible for the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) program?
To be eligible for the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) program, you must:
Grenadiers or spouses
Serving or past-serving
Who can I contact for more information about the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF)?
You can contact Canadian Grenadier Guards Foundation by email at executives.foundation@CGG.ca.
Where is the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) available?
The Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) program is available across Canada.
Is the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF)?
Regimental Family Assistance Fund (RFAF) is funded by Canadian Grenadier Guards Foundation