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Strong Neighbourhood Grants
Matching support for resident-led neighbourhood initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2026
Location
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Matching support is available for neighbourhood initiatives in the City of Kelowna. It funds resident-led events and small-scale projects that build connections, improve neighbourhoods, and support sharing skills and talents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Kelowna
- 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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Neighbourhood events.
- Small-scale resident-led projects.
- Projects that connect neighbours, improve neighbourhoods through placemaking, or share skills and talents.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Neighbourhood groups.
- Groups of three or more neighbours from separate households.
- Resident-led community initiatives in Kelowna.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kelowna
Selection criteria
- Alignment with at least one focus area: aesthetics, leadership, safety, social offerings, or relationships.
- Inclusive neighbourhood-based approach.
- Project encourages neighbour participation or connection.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the neighbourhood initiative
- Confirm the project fits the program focus areas.
- Gather the group of neighbours participating in the application.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Access the City of Kelowna SurveyMonkey Apply site.
- Fill in the application form with the required details.
- Step 3: Submit before the deadline
- Send the application by 8:00 AM on the applicable deadline date.
- If the deadline falls on a statutory holiday, use the next business day.
- Step 4: Await the decision
- Watch for the decision by email within 4 weeks of the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Applicants receive the decision by email within 4 weeks.
- Funding is released three times per year.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for consideration.
- Funding is released three times per year.
- Decisions are sent by email within 4 weeks of the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Strong Neighbourhood Grants Program
What is the Strong Neighbourhood Grants?
Matching support is available for neighbourhood initiatives in the City of Kelowna. It funds resident-led events and small-scale projects that build connections, improve neighbourhoods, and support sharing skills and talents.
How much funding can be received?
Strong Neighbourhood Grants Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Strong Neighbourhood Grants program?
To be eligible for the Strong Neighbourhood Grants program, you must:
Three or more neighbours.
City of Kelowna residents.
Inclusive neighbourhood project.
What expenses are eligible under Strong Neighbourhood Grants?
Neighbourhood events.
Small-scale resident-led projects.
Projects that connect neighbours, improve neighbourhoods through placemaking, or share skills and talents.
Where is the Strong Neighbourhood Grants available?
The Strong Neighbourhood Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Strong Neighbourhood Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Strong Neighbourhood Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Strong Neighbourhood Grants?
Strong Neighbourhood Grants is funded by City of Kelowna