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Smart and Caring Community Grants
Funding for local community support projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 9, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $15,000 for 18-month community projects, with a pilot multi-year option up to $30,000 for 32 months. It supports charitable organizations delivering local initiatives for children, youth, and families at risk in Abbotsford.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 9, 2026
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New community projects, programs, or initiatives
- Enhancement of existing projects, programs, or initiatives
- Existing projects with strong outcomes and social impact
Documents Needed
- Balance sheet and income statement for the most recent completed year, preferably audited
- Completed budget worksheet for the application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
- Qualified donees under CRA rules
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose projects are delivered primarily or exclusively outside Abbotsford
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Mortgage payments or deficit reduction
- Endowments or operating reserves
- Political or religious activities
- Retroactive funding for completed or partially completed projects
- Core operating expenses, office equipment, or furniture
Eligible geographic areas
- Abbotsford
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and incomplete or ineligible applications are not reviewed.
- Final funding decisions are made by the Board of Directors.
- Applicants are notified of the decision in November.
- Successful applicants must sign a grant agreement before funding is confirmed.
- Recipients must submit a project evaluation report at the end of the project.
Additional information
- Only one application per charitable organization per grant cycle.
- Previous funding is not a guarantee of future funding.
- Applicants with outstanding evaluation reports may be considered ineligible.
- Successful applicants must acknowledge the Foundation’s financial contribution.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Smart and Caring Community Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Smart and Caring 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.
What is the Smart and Caring Community Grants?
This program provides up to $15,000 for 18-month community projects, with a pilot multi-year option up to $30,000 for 32 months. It supports charitable organizations delivering local initiatives for children, youth, and families at risk in Abbotsford.
Who is eligible for the Smart and Caring Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Smart and Caring Community Grants program, you must:
Charitable organization or qualified donee
Benefits Abbotsford residents
Delivered within Abbotsford
What expenses are eligible under Smart and Caring Community Grants?
New community projects, programs, or initiatives
Enhancement of existing projects, programs, or initiatives
Existing projects with strong outcomes and social impact
Who can I contact for more information about the Smart and Caring Community Grants?
You can contact Abbotsford Community Foundation.
Where is the Smart and Caring Community Grants available?
The Smart and Caring Community Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Smart and Caring Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Smart and Caring Community Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Smart and Caring Community Grants?
Smart and Caring Community Grants is funded by Abbotsford Community Foundation, Muskoka Community Foundation