Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program?

Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program is funded by City of Vancouver

Q: Who is eligible for the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program program, you must: • No relevant eligibility criteria for for-profit businesses found.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program?

You can contact City of Vancouver by email at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca.

Last Update: September 3, 2025

Vancouver, BC

Supports organizations addressing social issues in Vancouver neighborhoods

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

City of Vancouver

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program supports organizations addressing social challenges in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant, Strathcona/Downtown Eastside, or Downtown core neighbourhoods. This funding is designed to assist initiatives that improve community well-being and address local social issues; the maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.

Activities funded

Projects addressing social issues affecting residents in the Mount Pleasant, Strathcona/Downtown Eastside, or Downtown core neighbourhoods of Vancouver.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 18,500

Nutrition workshops and meal delivery for vulnerable seniors

$ 17,900

Low-barrier technology lending library for urban Indigenous residents

$ 14,900

Neighbourhood tool library expansion for local residents in need

$ 13,000

Employment readiness program for newcomers facing language barriers

$ 14,000

Peer-led harm reduction workshops for street-involved adults

$ 18,000

After-school creative arts program for youth at risk

Eligibility

The organization must address social issues affecting residents.
The project must target the Mount Pleasant, Strathcona/Downtown Eastside, or Downtown core neighbourhoods.

Who is eligible?

Organizations addressing social issues in Mount Pleasant, Strathcona/Downtown Eastside, or the Downtown core neighbourhoods of Vancouver

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations addressing social issues in Mount Pleasant (Vancouver, BC).
Organizations addressing social issues in Strathcona/Downtown Eastside (Vancouver, BC).
Organizations addressing social issues in the Downtown core neighbourhood (Vancouver, BC).

How to apply

Check eligibility requirements

Review the eligibility criteria in the official guidelines
Ensure your organization addresses social issues in Mount Pleasant, Strathcona/Downtown Eastside, or Downtown core neighbourhoods

Prepare your application material

Read the program guidelines for specific application instructions
Gather required documents as outlined in the guidelines

Submit application via VanApply

Access the VanApply portal to begin your application
Follow the portal instructions to complete and submit your application

Additional information

Applications for the current cycle are now closed.
Questions about the program can be directed to the program's official contact email.

Contacts

socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca

Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program. 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.