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Social Responsibility Fund (SRF) Community Grant Program
Last Update: February 23, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Supports organizations addressing social issues in Vancouver neighborhoods
Grant and Funding
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.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
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:
$ 14,900
Neighbourhood tool library expansion for local residents in need
$ 13,000
Employment readiness program for newcomers facing language barriers
$ 18,000
After-school creative arts program for youth at risk
$ 18,500
Nutrition workshops and meal delivery for vulnerable seniors
$ 17,900
Low-barrier technology lending library for urban Indigenous residents
$ 14,000
Peer-led harm reduction workshops for street-involved adults
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
1
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
2
Prepare your application material
- Read the program guidelines for specific application instructions
- Gather required documents as outlined in the guidelines
3
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
