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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Canada
Overview
The foundation supports community initiatives in Canada and around the world through flexible, multi-year funding. It focuses on social change, with support for programs, core operations, and community-led solutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montréal
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community programs that reduce poverty, improve access to healthcare, or address homelessness.
- Initiatives supporting Indigenous-led or Indigenous-serving organizations.
- Locally driven social development projects.
- Programs that strengthen community resilience and empowerment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations.
- Community organizations.
- Indigenous-led and Indigenous-serving organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Core operating costs.
- Human resources.
- Financial systems and fundraising support.
- Coalition-building and organizational capacity costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal, Canada.
- Canada.
- West Africa.
- Rural and remote African communities.
- Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the foundation team for fit with its social change criteria.
- The foundation looks for projects with social impact.
- The website states that grant applications are not currently being accepted online.
Additional information
- The foundation supports organizations locally, nationally, and internationally.
- It focuses on long-term partnerships and flexible funding.
- It supports core operations as well as program delivery.
- It is not currently accepting grant applications through its website.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for community initiatives Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for community initiatives. 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 Support for community initiatives?
The foundation supports community initiatives in Canada and around the world through flexible, multi-year funding. It focuses on social change, with support for programs, core operations, and community-led solutions.
Who is eligible for the Support for community initiatives program?
To be eligible for the Support for community initiatives program, you must:
Organization working for social change.
Community-led initiative.
Aligned with foundation focus areas.
What expenses are eligible under Support for community initiatives?
Community programs that reduce poverty, improve access to healthcare, or address homelessness.
Initiatives supporting Indigenous-led or Indigenous-serving organizations.
Locally driven social development projects.
Programs that strengthen community resilience and empowerment.
Where is the Support for community initiatives available?
The Support for community initiatives program is available across Canada.
Is the Support for community initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support for community initiatives is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Support for community initiatives?
Support for community initiatives is funded by Norfolk County