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YVR Cares
Supports community initiatives advancing social and sustainability goals
Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened 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 $
Funds Providers
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
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.