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Sponsorship Support Program
Supports refugee sponsorship projects in Canada
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The program supports refugee sponsorship projects with funding of up to $5,000 per project. It helps cover sponsorship activities and support for asylum seekers and refugees through private sponsorship groups and Canadian charitable co-sponsors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- International Activities
- Religious Congregations and Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- LGBTQ+ community
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for asylum seekers and refugee resettlement through private sponsorship groups
- Private sponsorship of SOGIE migrants seeking refuge in Canada or another safe country
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Application guide
- Supporting documents requested by the program
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian charitable organizations
- International organizations applying through a registered Canadian charity
- Non-profit organizations working with sponsorship programs
- Sponsorship Agreement Holders, Community Sponsors, BVOR candidates, and Constituent Groups
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without Canadian charitable status
- International organizations without a Canadian registered charity partner
Eligible expenses
- Project-related sponsorship support costs
- Costs related to supporting private sponsorship obligations
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed roughly on a quarterly basis
- Applicants may be contacted for additional information
- If approved, an award letter and agreement are issued
- Terms and reporting requirements are set in the agreement
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sponsorship Support Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sponsorship Support 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 Sponsorship Support Program?
The program supports refugee sponsorship projects with funding of up to $5,000 per project. It helps cover sponsorship activities and support for asylum seekers and refugees through private sponsorship groups and Canadian charitable co-sponsors.
How much funding can be received?
Sponsorship Support Program Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Sponsorship Support Program program?
To be eligible for the Sponsorship Support Program program, you must:
Canadian registered charity
Serves SOGIE migrants
Canadian partner required for international applicants
What expenses are eligible under Sponsorship Support Program?
Support for asylum seekers and refugee resettlement through private sponsorship groups
Private sponsorship of SOGIE migrants seeking refuge in Canada or another safe country
Who can I contact for more information about the Sponsorship Support Program?
You can contact Rainbow Foundation of Hope (RFOH) by email at grants@foundationofhope.net or by phone at none.
Where is the Sponsorship Support Program available?
The Sponsorship Support Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Sponsorship Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sponsorship Support Program is a Grant and Funding