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YVR Cares

Q: How much funding can be received?

YVR Cares Funds up to 20000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: 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

Q: Where is the YVR Cares available?

The YVR Cares program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports community initiatives advancing social and sustainability goals

Other Support

Grant and Funding

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

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Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

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

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.

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

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 19,850

Airport careers pathway training with wraparound supports for jobseekers

$ 20,000

Community repair cafés and reuse hub to cut waste and build skills

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The request must support initiatives focused on empowering people, supporting communities, or creating a sustainable future.
The request must relate to community programs, volunteer opportunities, or gifts in-kind for community-based organizations.

Who is eligible?

Community-based organizations
Organizations seeking donations or sponsorships for community organizations or events

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Donations to community programs
Sponsorship support for community organizations or events
Gifts in-kind provided to community-based organizations

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Selection criteria

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.

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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.