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Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion
Funding for initiatives combating poverty and social exclusion
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Supporting the Fight Against Poverty and Social Exclusion program provides financial support for up to five years to locally, regionally, and nationally led initiatives addressing poverty and social exclusion. Eligible activities include developing and implementing community projects, testing new approaches, and funding research aimed at reducing poverty and social exclusion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and implementation of local, regional, or national projects aimed at combating poverty and social exclusion.
- Initiatives that foster collaboration and mobilization among stakeholders in the fight against poverty and social exclusion.
- Research projects focused on approaches to reduce poverty and social exclusion.
- Development and experimentation with new strategies to address poverty and social exclusion.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations (legal persons)
- Cooperatives recognized as non-profit by Revenu Québec
- Municipal organizations
- Regional county municipalities (MRCs)
- Band councils, northern village councils, Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador, and Commission de la santé et des services sociaux des Premières Nations du Québec et du Labrador
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose activities are suspended due to a strike or lock-out.
- Government ministries and agencies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- The financial support offered through this program can cover a maximum duration of five years.
- Each regional Alliance for solidarity establishes its own project submission criteria.
- The standard guidelines and requirements are outlined in the "Orientations et normes du Fonds québécois des initiatives sociales" document.
- The program's guidelines and forms may be updated periodically, as indicated by the last update date (August 29, 2024).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion. 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 Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion?
The Supporting the Fight Against Poverty and Social Exclusion program provides financial support for up to five years to locally, regionally, and nationally led initiatives addressing poverty and social exclusion. Eligible activities include developing and implementing community projects, testing new approaches, and funding research aimed at reducing poverty and social exclusion.
Who is eligible for the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion program?
To be eligible for the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion program, you must:
Non-profit legal entities
Cooperatives considered non-profit by Revenu Québec
Municipal organizations and regional county municipalities (MRC)
What expenses are eligible under Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion?
Development and implementation of local, regional, or national projects aimed at combating poverty and social exclusion.
Initiatives that foster collaboration and mobilization among stakeholders in the fight against poverty and social exclusion.
Research projects focused on approaches to reduce poverty and social exclusion.
Development and experimentation with new strategies to address poverty and social exclusion.
Who can I contact for more information about the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at sacais@mess.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion available?
The Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion?
Supporting the fight against poverty and social exclusion is funded by Gouvernment of Québec
