
Open
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Provides up to $20,000 to support community initiatives aligned with empowering people, supporting communities, or creating a sustainable future. Eligible support includes donations, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and gifts in-kind to community-based organizations.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community programs that align with empowering people, supporting communities, or creating a sustainable future
- Community events aligned with the program focus areas
- Volunteer opportunities with community-based organizations
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community-based organizations
- Organizations seeking donations or sponsorships for community organizations or events
Eligible expenses
- Donations to community programs
- Sponsorship support for community organizations or events
- Gifts in-kind provided to community-based organizations
Processing and Agreement
- Partnership development may take up to three months after submission.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Partnership development can take up to three months, so early submission is recommended.
- Requests may include donations, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and gifts in-kind.
Frequently Asked Questions about the YVR Cares Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the YVR Cares. 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 YVR Cares?
Provides up to $20,000 to support community initiatives aligned with empowering people, supporting communities, or creating a sustainable future. Eligible support includes donations, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and gifts in-kind to community-based organizations.
How much funding can be received?
YVR Cares Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the YVR Cares program?
To be eligible for the YVR Cares program, you must:
Community-based organization
Aligned with YVR Cares focus areas
What expenses are eligible under YVR Cares?
Community programs that align with empowering people, supporting communities, or creating a sustainable future
Community events aligned with the program focus areas
Volunteer opportunities with community-based organizations
Where is the YVR Cares available?
The YVR Cares program is available across Canada.
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