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Uplifting single mothers grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Uplifting single mothers grant Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Uplifting single mothers grant program?

To be eligible for the Uplifting single mothers grant program, you must: Program supports single mothers Programming delivered in Canada Active for 12+ months

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Uplifting single mothers grant?

You can contact Paul Barber Foundation (PBF).

Q: Where is the Uplifting single mothers grant available?

The Uplifting single mothers grant program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Uplifting single mothers grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Uplifting single mothers grant is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Support programs that help single mothers thrive

Grant and Funding

Paul Barber Foundation

Overview

This funding provides up to $30,000 per year for up to four years to support programs helping single mothers overcome systemic and societal barriers. Eligible initiatives include activities that promote economic well-being, stability, access to essential supports and resources, and tailored support for vulnerable groups of single mothers in Canada.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : May 2, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

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

Other Health Services
Law and Legal Services
Social Services
Housing
Employment and Training

Target groups

Women & girls
Nonprofits / charities
Low-income individuals / families

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

National

Activities funded

Career advancement, education, or training programs to improve economic well-being for single mothers
Initiatives that reduce barriers to stability (e.g., childcare challenges, housing instability, access to affordable necessities)
Programs that connect single mothers to supports and resources (e.g., mental health supports, legal assistance, access to healthcare)
Targeted programming for vulnerable demographics of single mothers (e.g., young mothers, low-income households, physical or mental health challenges)

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 29,500

Career upskilling program with childcare and transit supports for single mothers

$ 30,000

Housing stability navigation with childcare and microgrants for single mothers

Eligibility

The organization must deliver programming that supports single mothers in overcoming systemic and societal barriers.
The program’s objectives must align with at least one of the funder’s stated goals (economic well-being, family stability, access to supports/resources, or support for vulnerable demographics of single mothers).
Programming must take place within Canada.
The applicant organization must have been active and executing programming for a minimum of 12 months (except new programs from established charities).

Who is eligible?

Charities delivering programs that support single mothers
Established charities proposing a new program focused on single mothers

Who is not eligible

New organizations that have not been active and executing programming for at least 12 months
Charities that have applied for a grant with the funder within the past 2 years
Organizations proposing programs focused on domestic violence
Organizations proposing programs listed in the funder’s “Areas we do not fund”

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Programs focusing on domestic violence
Programs listed in the funder’s “Areas we do not fund”

Eligible geographic areas

Canada (any province or territory)

Additional information

The application deadline shown for this intake was May 2, 2025 (deadline has passed).
New programs from established charities are accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Uplifting single mothers grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Uplifting single mothers grant. 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 Uplifting single mothers grant?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Uplifting single mothers grant program?

What expenses are eligible under Uplifting single mothers grant?

Career advancement, education, or training programs to improve economic well-being for single mothers Initiatives that reduce barriers to stability (e.g., childcare challenges, housing instability, access to affordable necessities) Programs that connect single mothers to supports and resources (e.g., mental health supports, legal assistance, access to healthcare) Targeted programming for vulnerable demographics of single mothers (e.g., young mothers, low-income households, physical or mental health challenges)