Regional Development Fund — Community Capacity Building
Canada
Financial support for training in Newfoundland and Labrador
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Grant and Funding
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- Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
- Department of Industry, Energy and Technology (NL)
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Non-repayable contributions up to $10,000 for training support relating to economic and business development.
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The Community Capacity Building Program offers several eligible projects or activities focused on enhancing community skills and fostering regional economic development. These activities support strategic planning, collaboration, and leadership development within communities.
- Strategic Planning Workshops
- Proposal Writing Training Sessions
- Project Management Courses
- Opportunity Identification and Management Events
- Relationship Building and Networking Activities
- Public Participation and Engagement Workshops
- Conflict Management Seminars
- Organizational Governance Training
- Board Orientation Programs
- Meeting Management Workshops
- Leadership and Motivation Courses
- Interpersonal Communications Training
- Communications Planning Sessions
- Risk Management Training
- Financial Management Workshops
- Co-operative Development Activities
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$9,500
Development of strategic planning initiative for a local co-operative
$10,000
Capacity building through project management training for a non-profit
$6,000
Capacity building and project management training
$5,000
Strategic planning for renewable energy initiatives
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Eligibility for this grant requires the applicant to meet specific organization-related criteria.
- The applicant must be a not-for-profit economic development organization.
- Eligible entities include regional economic development associations, municipalities, industry/sector groups, educational institutions, and community-based organizations involved in economic development.
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Funding is available to not-for-profit economic development organizations. This includes regional economic development associations, municipalities, industry/sector groups, educational institutions, and any other community-based organizations involved in economic development.
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This grant is specifically designed for not-for-profit economic development organizations and specifies no particular exclusions for certain types of companies or industries. Therefore, without more detailed information, we cannot provide a list of those who cannot apply.
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This grant supports projects and activities that build capacity within community-based economic development organizations, enabling them to effectively contribute to regional economic planning and development. Eligible activities focus on enhancing crucial business skills and fostering collaborative partnerships.
- Capacity building modules designed for strategic planning and proposal writing.
- Project management sessions tailored for opportunity identification and management.
- Workshops on relationship building and public participation to strengthen community involvement.
- Training in conflict management and group dynamics to improve organizational environment.
- Developing organizational skills through governance and board orientation seminars.
- Sessions on leadership, motivation, and effective interpersonal communications.
- Financial management and risk management workshops to ensure organizational sustainability.
- Co-operative development sessions to promote collaborative economic models.
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The grant covers expenses that are essential for building community capacity in regional economic development.
- Costs associated with capacity building modules.
- Expenses for planning sessions focused on economic development.
- Costs for industry development sessions related to economic and business development.
- Training and development expenses for strategic planning, proposal writing, project management, and opportunity identification.
- Expenses related to relationship building, public participation, and conflict management sessions.
- Organizational governance and management training costs.
- Leadership, motivation, and communication skills development expenses.
- Costs for financial management and risk management training.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Community Capacity Building Program grant focus on the ability to meet the program's objectives and areas of strategic economic development.
- Alignment with regional economic development and planning goals.
- Engagement and strength of partnerships and collaborations proposed.
- Effectiveness in addressing capacity building areas like strategy development, project management, or financial management.
- Demonstrated need and potential impact on the community or sector.
- Comprehensive approach towards community engagement and participation.
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- Step 1: Access Application Form
- Visit the Regional Development Fund page.
- Locate and download the application form and guidelines for the Community Capacity Building Program.
- Step 2: Review Eligibility & Guidelines
- Ensure your organization is eligible as per the guidelines provided.
- Familiarize yourself with the program objectives and eligible uses of the fund.
- Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Fill in all required information in the application form, detailing how the funding will be used effectively.
- Attach necessary documentation, such as proof of not-for-profit status, project outline, and budget plans.
- Step 4: Prepare Supporting Documents
- Gather financial statements, letters of support, and any other substantial evidence that could strengthen your application.
- Ensure all documents are up to date and aligned with the application requirements.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the completed application form and supporting documents via the method specified in the guidelines.
- Follow the instructions for electronic or physical submission as applicable.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of application submission, ensuring to note any provided reference number.
- Prepare to respond to any follow-up queries from the fund provider.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Funding is capped at specific amounts annually, and organizations are encouraged to plan accordingly regarding financial budgeting.
- The program emphasizes the importance of partnerships and collaborations, suggesting that multi-organization applications may be viewed favorably.
- The non-repayable contribution mechanism implies no financial obligation post-funding, but this is typically contingent on meeting project requirements and deliverables.
- Successful applicants may be required to participate in promotional or knowledge-sharing activities.
- The focus areas highlighted in the modules guide suggest areas of expertise enhancement available through this program, helping applicants tailor their projects to these competencies.
- The contact information provided is a crucial resource for clarifications and ensuring the application aligns with program expectations.
Apply to this program
Empower Your Community with Economic Development Support
The Community Capacity Building Program offers non-repayable contributions to not-for-profit organizations to enhance their role in regional economic development. Through skill enhancement modules, the program facilitates effective regional planning and strategic partnership formation.
Unlock Potential with the Community Capacity Building Program
The Community Capacity Building Program is strategically designed to propel community-based economic development organizations into becoming pivotal partners in regional development. By focusing on enhancing critical skills necessary for economic planning and execution, this program positions organizations to drive sustainable growth within their communities. It serves as a comprehensive toolkit, providing modules that aid in strategic planning, proposal writing, project management, opportunity identification, and management, as well as relationship building and conflict management.
The program's methodical approach to skill-building ensures that every participating organization receives tailored support, aligning their processes with best practices in organizational governance, financial management, and cooperative development. These modules are crafted to not only boost technical capabilities but also to enhance interpersonal skills, including leadership, motivation, and effective communication. Thus, it fosters an environment where public participation is optimized and conflicts are mitigated through strategic conflict management and group dynamics understanding.
One of the distinguishing features of this initiative is its focus on helping organizations take control of their developmental agendas through effective board orientation and meeting management strategies. By doing so, community-based organizations can ensure that all stakeholders are aligned with the overarching goals of regional growth and economic vitality. Furthermore, the program emphasizes the importance of communications planning in establishing robust relationships within and across communities, advocating for a collaborative approach to economic development.
Financially, the Community Capacity Building Program is accessible to a wide range of community and regional organizations, providing a much-needed financial boost of up to $5,000 at the regional level and up to $10,000 at the provincial level. These funds are crucial in enabling organizations to undertake impactful projects without the burden of financial repayment, ultimately fostering a fertile ground for innovation and inclusive growth.
Overall, the program solicits active participation from municipalities, industry groups, educational institutions, and other community-driven organizations, urging them to collaborate and forge broad-based partnerships. By doing so, it not only boosts their capacity for effective regional economic development but also embeds them as formidable contributors to their respective economies.
The Community Capacity Building Program is more than just funding; it’s an invitation to partake in a larger dialogue of regional advancement. It empowers organizations at the grassroots level to act decisively, informed by insights gleaned from expertly curated sessions across a variety of focus areas. It is this unique blend of financial support, skill development, and collaborative ethos that makes this program instrumental in shaping the economic narratives of communities across the region.
