Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
School’s Out supports after-school programming for children aged 6 to 12 in British Columbia. The program focuses on safe spaces, healthy snacks, and activities that support development, learning, and wellbeing; no maximum funding amount is specified in the available information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- After-school programming for school-aged children.
- Educational support and homework assistance.
- Physical activity, mentoring, and social-emotional support.
- Activities that build life skills and healthy development.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-Indigenous-led organizations such as charities, nonprofits, school districts, BC societies, and grassroots groups.
- Indigenous-led organizations, governing bodies, and communities.
- Land-based Nations, band or tribal councils, and self-governing First Nations or Métis Nation Chartered Communities.
- Not-for-profits, societies, and grassroots groups.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Southern Vancouver Island
- Lower Mainland
- Fraser Valley
- Central and Northern Vancouver Island
- Southern Interior
- Thompson Nicola
- Cariboo
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the program team after submission.
- Funding decisions are announced in April.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted in two streams: non-Indigenous-led and Indigenous-led.
- The program is branded as “School’s Out” in all public materials.
- Funding decisions are announced in April.
Frequently Asked Questions about the School's Out Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the School's Out. 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 School's Out?
School’s Out supports after-school programming for children aged 6 to 12 in British Columbia. The program focuses on safe spaces, healthy snacks, and activities that support development, learning, and wellbeing; no maximum funding amount is specified in the available information.
Who is eligible for the School's Out program?
To be eligible for the School's Out program, you must:
Non-Indigenous-led or Indigenous-led organization
Program for children aged 6 to 12
Registered program, twice weekly
What expenses are eligible under School's Out?
After-school programming for school-aged children.
Educational support and homework assistance.
Physical activity, mentoring, and social-emotional support.
Activities that build life skills and healthy development.
Who can I contact for more information about the School's Out?
You can contact United Way British Columbia (UWBC).
Where is the School's Out available?
The School's Out program is available the province of British Columbia.
Who are the financial supporters of the School's Out?
School's Out is funded by United Way British Columbia (UWBC)