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Resiliency Grants
Support for local crisis response initiatives
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $15,000 to support crisis response on Bowen Island. It funds initiatives that improve access to basic needs, share useful information, and mobilize help for vulnerable residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Improving access to food, hygiene, and other basic needs.
- Providing information that helps reduce fear and confusion during a crisis.
- Mobilizing residents to support vulnerable neighbours facing isolation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local organizations
- Individuals
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Housing and income benefits.
Eligible geographic areas
- Bowen Island
Additional information
- The fund is paused and activated only during an unprecedented natural disaster or major local emergency affecting Bowen Island.
- Applications can be considered for grants of up to $15,000.
- Larger budgets may be considered depending on community impact.
- No charitable partner is required.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Resiliency Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Resiliency Grants. 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 Resiliency Grants?
This program provides up to $15,000 to support crisis response on Bowen Island. It funds initiatives that improve access to basic needs, share useful information, and mobilize help for vulnerable residents.
How much funding can be received?
Resiliency Grants Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Resiliency Grants program?
To be eligible for the Resiliency Grants program, you must:
Organizations or individuals may apply.
Project must address a local crisis.
No charitable partner required.
What expenses are eligible under Resiliency Grants?
Improving access to food, hygiene, and other basic needs.
Providing information that helps reduce fear and confusion during a crisis.
Mobilizing residents to support vulnerable neighbours facing isolation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Resiliency Grants?
You can contact Bowen Island Community Foundation (BICF).
Where is the Resiliency Grants available?
The Resiliency Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Resiliency Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Resiliency Grants is a Grant and Funding