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UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving
Funding for local agricultural community initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports local community programs, initiatives, and events that strengthen the agricultural community. Funding is focused on projects aligned with Educate, Engage, or Enrich, with a local impact within 200 km of a UFA location.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local programs that support the agricultural community.
- Community initiatives that improve rural life.
- Local events with a positive community impact.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Community organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Political organizations.
- Religious organizations, except for non-faith-based initiatives and programming.
- Third-party fundraisers.
- Individuals seeking fundraising or sponsorship.
- Programs or events outside Canada.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Political organizations or political initiatives.
- Religious organizations, except non-faith-based initiatives and programming.
- Third-party fundraisers.
- Capital campaigns.
- Medical causes, individual fundraising, and recreational team travel expenses.
- Programs or events outside Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Communities within 200 km of a UFA location.
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- The UFA Foundation aims to respond within 6 to 8 weeks.
- Applicants are notified of the decision.
- Applications must be completed in full to be considered.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted throughout the year.
- Applications must be completed in full to be considered.
- Response time may take 6 to 8 weeks due to request volume.
Frequently Asked Questions about the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving. 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 UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving?
This program supports local community programs, initiatives, and events that strengthen the agricultural community. Funding is focused on projects aligned with Educate, Engage, or Enrich, with a local impact within 200 km of a UFA location.
Who is eligible for the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving program?
To be eligible for the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving program, you must:
Local community program, initiative, or event.
Aligned with Educate, Engage, or Enrich.
Registered charity, non-profit, or community organization.
What expenses are eligible under UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving?
Local programs that support the agricultural community.
Community initiatives that improve rural life.
Local events with a positive community impact.
Who can I contact for more information about the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving?
You can contact UFA Rural Communities Foundation (UFA).
Where is the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving available?
The UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving a grant, loan, or tax credit?
UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving?
UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Grassroots Giving is funded by UFA Rural Communities Foundation (UFA)