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Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program
Funding for Norwegian community events and activities
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This program supports lodges and organizations hosting cultural, leadership, sports, and community events or purchases related to Norwegian heritage. The maximum funding amount is not stated, and applications are reviewed on merit as funds permit.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer camps
- Cultural events
- Leadership events
- Sports events
- Workshops or classes
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Event description and use of funds
- Budget details with income and expenditures
- Contact information for the organization and key officers
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Lodges
- Organizations
- Groups connected to the Norwegian community
Who is not eligible
- Applicants for events that have not yet taken place
- Applicants submitting more than three months after the event
- Organizations that did not submit a required follow-up report for a previous grant
Eligible expenses
- Instructor fees
- Facility rental
- Instructional materials
- Food, when a registration fee is charged
- Equipment or paraphernalia
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on merit and subject to available funds.
- The Board makes the final decision on each request.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted only after the event has taken place.
- Applications for future events will not be considered.
- A follow-up report is required within 60 days after the event.
- Future applications depend on the submission of the required follow-up report.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada 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.
What is the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program?
This program supports lodges and organizations hosting cultural, leadership, sports, and community events or purchases related to Norwegian heritage. The maximum funding amount is not stated, and applications are reviewed on merit as funds permit.
Who is eligible for the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program program, you must:
Completed event or purchase
Benefits the Norwegian community
Submitted within 3 months
What expenses are eligible under Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program?
Summer camps
Cultural events
Leadership events
Sports events
Workshops or classes
Who can I contact for more information about the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program?
You can contact Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada (SONFIC) by email at secretary@sonfic.ca or by phone at (250) 723-5530.
Where is the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program available?
The Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program?
Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada Grant Program is funded by Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada (SONFIC)