The SFI Community Grants support collaborative projects around sustainable forest management, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. The program encourages community and organizational partnerships to increase awareness of forest sustainability benefits and values. These grants facilitate activities such as community events and educational initiatives, aiming to bridge the gap between forestry practices and public understanding.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Minimum amount : 5,000 $

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

Activities funded

Organizing community workshops and events.
Developing educational outreach materials.
Creating collaborative forest management projects.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 9,000

Community workshops to promote sustainable forest management practices

Documents Needed

Project proposal, organizational proof, registration documents, letters of support.

Eligibility

Projects must foster understanding of sustainable forest management and involve collaborations.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations involved in forestry or environmental education.
SFI Implementation Committees or Certified Organizations.

Who is not eligible

Organizations without a formal partnership with an SFI entity.
Projects outside North America or not aligned with sustainability.

Eligible expenses

Costs related to community events, educational activities, and collaborative projects.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities unrelated to forest sustainability education
Projects without community or organizational partnerships
Activities outside the specified regions of the US and Canada

Eligible geographic areas

United States and Canada

Selection criteria

Alignment with SFI’s mission to promote sustainability.
Community engagement and partnership strength.
Innovation in project design and implementation.
Potential for community impact and outreach effectiveness.

How to apply

Visit the official application platform or portal.Register your organization if not already registered.Prepare and submit your project proposal and supporting documents.Ensure your submission is completed before the deadline.Await notification of application review results by April 1.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed for eligibility and project relevance.
Successful applicants are notified by April 1.
Funding agreements are signed before disbursing funds.
Grantees must submit progress reports as required.

Additional information

Community organizations and non-profit groups can participate, provided they include an SFI Implementation Committee or certified partner as a project collaborator.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SFI Community Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SFI Community 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.