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Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream - Quebec - Canada
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Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream

Capacity funding for disability organizations
Offered by
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Official source: canada.ca

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Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 500,000
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Not-for-profit organizations

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Overview

This program provides up to $500,000 per project for disability organizations to strengthen their organizational capacity. It supports projects focused on governance, leadership, impact measurement, partnerships, and related capacity-building activities.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 250,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Provincial

Next Steps

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Availability timeline

2024
Periods: 1

Activities funded

  • Organizational capacity building for disability organizations
  • Governance, policy, and leadership development
  • Partnership development and peer learning activities
  • Impact measurement and reporting improvement
  • Research and data collection related to organizational capacity

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form (EMP5671)
  • Completed budget detail template (EMP5572)
  • CRA document showing a valid business number, or an acceptable alternative

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What this program offers

Program guide

Prepare to apply

Who can apply

Application portal

How to apply

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Disability organizations with a national reach in Canada

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations that are not not-for-profit
  • Organizations without national reach across 3 or more regions
  • Organizations whose board does not have majority representation of persons with disabilities or disability-related lived experience

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries, benefits, and contract services for project work
  • Professional services such as consulting, research, translation, and accessibility accommodations
  • Materials, supplies, printing, communications, and IT/library services
  • Research, evaluation, data collection, analysis, and travel
  • Administrative costs at a flat rate of 15% of total project costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Purchasing real property
  • Consultant fees paid to individuals already receiving a salary from the applicant or a partner
  • Costs to prepare the proposal
  • Entertainment expenses
  • Costs incurred before the agreement is signed or after it ends
  • Fines, penalties, and alcohol purchases

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada
  • Organizations with activities across three or more Canadian regions

Selection criteria

  • Strength of the proposal to improve capacity to support persons with disabilities in Canada
  • Geographical location
  • Whether the applicant is an Indigenous organization
  • Quality of the capacity challenges identified and the proposed response
  • Clarity of the project outline, phases, and timeline

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Download and complete the application form (EMP5671)
    • Complete the budget detail template (EMP5572)
    • Gather all supporting documents
  • Step 2: Submit the application
    • Send the application by email or by mail
    • Include all required documents with the submission
    • Use the program email address or the mailing address provided by the program
  • Step 3: Wait for the decision
    • Applications are reviewed after submission
    • Funding decisions are issued in writing

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first screened for eligibility and completeness
  • Eligible applications are assessed against program objectives and priorities
  • Selected applicants are notified in writing
  • A signed funding agreement is required before project activities can begin
  • Funding decisions are expected about 16 weeks after the submission deadline

Additional information

  • Applications are assessed in 3 steps: eligibility screening, program objective assessment, and selection for a diverse range of projects.
  • Only one proposal per applicant per stream will be considered.
  • Funding decisions are expected about 16 weeks after the submission deadline.
  • Decisions are final and there is no appeal process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream Program

What is the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream?

This program provides up to $500,000 per project for disability organizations to strengthen their organizational capacity. It supports projects focused on governance, leadership, impact measurement, partnerships, and related capacity-building activities.

How much funding can be received?

Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream program?

To be eligible for the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream program, you must: Not-for-profit organization National reach across 3+ regions Majority disability-led board

What expenses are eligible under Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream?

Salaries, benefits, and contract services for project work Professional services such as consulting, research, translation, and accessibility accommodations Materials, supplies, printing, communications, and IT/library services Research, evaluation, data collection, analysis, and travel Administrative costs at a flat rate of 15% of total project costs

Who can I contact for more information about the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream?

You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Where is the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream available?

The Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component (SDPP-D) - Organizational Capacity Development Stream is a Grant and Funding