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Smart and Caring Community Grants
Funding for local community support projects
Latest source updateLast Update: September 23, 2026Latest change: The Smart & Caring Community Grants application is now open, with a closing date of October 9, 2026 at 2 p.m., and the form now shows the required project and budget submission details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 23, 2026
Latest change: The Smart & Caring Community Grants application is now open, with a closing date of October 9, 2026 at 2 p.m., and the form now shows the required project and budget submission details.
Smart & Caring Community Grants application opened
The Smart & Caring Community Grants application has moved from closed to open and now lists a closing date of October 9, 2026 at 2 p.m. The form also now shows the full submission workflow, including applicant, project, budget, and signature fields. The application now requires supporting documents, including a completed Project Budget Worksheet and recent financial statements, and says the additional funding commitments must be confirmed by November 6, 2026 before funds are released.
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
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
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Funds Providers
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- A new project, program, or initiative with the potential for strong outcomes and social impact
- An enhancement of an existing project, program or initiative for bigger outcomes and broader social impact
- An existing project, program, or initiative that demonstrates strong consistent outcomes and strong social impact
Documents Needed
- Balance Sheet and Income Statement for the most recent completed year, preferably audited
- Completed budget worksheet related this grant application
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- Strong preference is given to organizations based in Abbotsford.
- Opportunities are prioritized when work is led by equity deserving groups or has equity embedded in the work.
How to apply
- Review the Smart & Caring Community Grants Guide for more information.
- Complete the online application.
- Attach all requested documentation, including the balance sheet and income statement and the completed project budget worksheet.
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
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.
How much funding can be received?
Smart and Caring Community Grants Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 9, 2026.
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?
A new project, program, or initiative with the potential for strong outcomes and social impact
An enhancement of an existing project, program or initiative for bigger outcomes and broader social impact
An existing project, program, or initiative that demonstrates strong consistent outcomes and strong 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.