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Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 20,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Vital Focus Grants support multi-year initiatives that address Saskatoon’s priority needs through measurable community impact. The program focuses on homelessness, mental health, and equity, with funding of $10,000 to $20,000 annually for up to 5 years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatoon
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Housing
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovative responses to persistent community challenges
- Collaborative projects involving multiple organizations
- Initiatives with measurable outcomes
- Programs that build community capacity and sustainability
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent
- Application form
- Budget
- Evaluation plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Qualified donees
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Incorporated non-profit organizations that are not qualified donees
Eligible expenses
- Project-related expenses tied to community initiatives
- Staffing and operating costs included in the project budget
- Evaluation-related costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Foundation’s grants process.
- Selected candidates for multi-year grants may be invited to discuss the application before full submission.
- No guarantee of funding is made for any application.
- Recipients must complete follow-up reporting after the grant is awarded.
Additional information
- Projects should create measurable community impact.
- Multi-year partnerships may include pre-submission meetings with selected candidates.
- Follow-up reports are generally due 9 months after the grant is awarded or upon project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Vital Focus Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Vital Focus Grants. 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 Vital Focus Grants?
Vital Focus Grants support multi-year initiatives that address Saskatoon’s priority needs through measurable community impact. The program focuses on homelessness, mental health, and equity, with funding of $10,000 to $20,000 annually for up to 5 years.
How much funding can be received?
Vital Focus Grants Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Vital Focus Grants program?
To be eligible for the Vital Focus Grants program, you must:
Registered charity or qualified donee
Aligned with focus areas
Measurable community impact
What expenses are eligible under Vital Focus Grants?
Innovative responses to persistent community challenges
Collaborative projects involving multiple organizations
Initiatives with measurable outcomes
Programs that build community capacity and sustainability
Who can I contact for more information about the Vital Focus Grants?
You can contact Saskatoon Community Foundation (SCF) by email at donorservices@saskatooncommunityfoundation.ca or by phone at 3066651766.
Where is the Vital Focus Grants available?
The Vital Focus Grants program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Vital Focus Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Vital Focus Grants is a Partnering and Collaboration