Open
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Daylight Fund provides individual grants of $10,000 to $25,000 over one year. It supports organizations working on gender-based safety issues for women, 2SLGBTQ+, and non-binary people across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiatives that address gender-based safety needs.
- Work that creates safer environments for women and gender-diverse people.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations.
- Organizations working on gender-based safety issues.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- The first round of funding will be awarded in Summer 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Daylight Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Daylight Fund. 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 The Daylight Fund?
The Daylight Fund provides individual grants of $10,000 to $25,000 over one year. It supports organizations working on gender-based safety issues for women, 2SLGBTQ+, and non-binary people across Canada.
How much funding can be received?
The Daylight Fund Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Daylight Fund program?
To be eligible for the The Daylight Fund program, you must:
Organizations working on gender-based safety.
Projects for women and gender-diverse people.
Applicants based in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under The Daylight Fund?
Initiatives that address gender-based safety needs.
Work that creates safer environments for women and gender-diverse people.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Daylight Fund?
You can contact The Houssian Foundation.
Where is the The Daylight Fund available?
The The Daylight Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the The Daylight Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Daylight Fund is a Grant and Funding