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52 Operating Support Grants for Canada

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Grants to Ontario Charities in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building and Community Projects

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ontario charities in eligible locations for projects that build organizational capacity and address community issues. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for small, time-sensitive ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172536

Grants to Nova Scotia Arts and Culture Nonprofits for Operating Support

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit arts and culture organizations for operational support. First-time applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funds will be provided for general administrative and core program expenses to organizations that...

GrantWatch ID#: 165422

Grants to Manitoba Publishers to Improve Sales and Productivity

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Manitoba publishers for projects and activities that will help to improve sales and operations. Funding is intended to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and overall financial viability of publishing businesses. Grants may be used for prof...

GrantWatch ID#: 183772

Grants to Saskatchewan Presenters and Organizations to Develop and Manage Arts Festivals and S...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Saskatchewan presenters and organizations to develop and manage arts series and festivals that positively impact local communities. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to contribute to an organization's go...

GrantWatch ID#: 184403

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Organizations for Activities That Benefit the Community

Deadline 04/29/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit and community organizations for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is available for both operating and project expenses. Priority consideration is given to developing organizations and/or projects. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 211711

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Individuals, and Organizations for Projects to Enhance the Quali...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community support, and community well-being. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 138337

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit Registered Charities for Health and Human Service Projects that Be...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit registered charities for health and human service programs that benefit vulnerable residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support impactful projects in the areas of well-being, safety, and health. Funds may be used for new o...

GrantWatch ID#: 163800

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to Alberta registered charities and nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding may be requested for both capital and operational needs. Proposed events, activities, and programs must enhance the well-being of local resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 158422

Grants to Alberta Community Groups in Eligible Regions to Support General Operations

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to Alberta community associations in eligible regions to support general operations. Funding is intended to help community leagues maintain programs, events, and facilities that benefit local residents. The goal of the grant program is to assist community-based ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195118
NEW

Grants to Manitoba Arts Nonprofits for Community Arts Programming

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Manitoba nonprofit arts and cultural organizations to provide community arts programming. Applicants must be pre-approved prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to cover programming costs as well as administrative expenses. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 211920

Grants to Canada Qualified Donees to Provide Recreational Activities for Children and Youth

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants to Canada qualified donees for recreational activities benefitting children and youth. Funding is intended for programming and operational support. These grants are intended to support help organizations that provide programming for youth with disabilities betwe...

GrantWatch ID#: 199513

Grants to Canada, Australia, and New Zealand Restaurants to Recover from Damages Caused by Nat...

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants of $10,000 to Canada, Australia, and New Zealand restaurants for disaster relief. Funding is intended to support underinsured restaurants with disaster-related expenses in the wake of a government-declared natural disaster. Eligible uses of funds include operat...

GrantWatch ID#: 209899
NEW

Grants and In-Kind Support to Canada Indigenous Nonprofits, Charities, and Groups to Support O...

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants and in-kind support to Canada Indigenous-led nonprofit organizations, registered charities, groups, and collectives to support operations. Funding is intended to strengthen the capacity of these organizations in collaboration with the funding source. In addition...

GrantWatch ID#: 213626

Grants to Alberta Book Publishers to Support General Operations

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to Alberta book publishers to support book production operations. New applicants must create an online profile prior to applying. Eligible applicants include organizations that publish printed and/or digital books. The goals of the program include increasing acc...

GrantWatch ID#: 203379
NEW

Grants to Alberta Magazine Publishers for Initiatives that Promote Business Growth

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to Alberta magazine publishers for initiatives that promote business growth. New applicants must create an online profile prior to applying. The goals of the program include ensuring active, vibrant communities, providing access to services and cultural opportun...

GrantWatch ID#: 203380
NEW

Grants to Alberta Sound Recording Organizations for Capacity Building Activities

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to Alberta sound recording organizations for activities to build organizational capacity. New applicants must create an online profile prior to applying. Funding is intended to encourage business growth and enhance the financial viability of the sound and music ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203382
NEW

Grants to Alberta Charities, Agencies, and First Nations to Address the Needs of Local Communi...

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta registered charities, municipalities, and First Nation Bands to address the needs of communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help organizations navigate a rapidly changing environment, whether it involves developing r...

GrantWatch ID#: 213216
NEW

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, CBOs, and Individuals to Address Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline 06/13/25

Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $1,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, community groups, and individuals for community programs and services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that address community needs, respond to underserviced de...

GrantWatch ID#: 201588
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit, Government, and Academic Research Institut...

Deadline 06/13/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, government, and academic research institutions and health systems for research addressing Meniere's disease. Funding is intended for both pre-clinical and clinical projects. The purpose of the grant is to adapt and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 206970
NEW

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Organizational Establishment, Op...

Deadline 07/02/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies and community organizations in eligible regions for operations, projects, and organizational establishment. Funding is intended to support both organizations in the early stages of development as well as more established o...

GrantWatch ID#: 172528

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Schools to...

Deadline 07/17/25

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Some applicants are required to submit a concept paper and consult with program staff prior to submitting a full...

GrantWatch ID#: 180453

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Conservation, Arts...

Deadline 08/01/25 LOI Date: 05/23/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for ocean conservation programs and to address social causes. First-time applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a full grant application. Funding is also available to USA nonprofits...

GrantWatch ID#: 178256
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Tribes, Agencies, Libraries, and Faith-Based Entities for Commun...

Deadline 08/20/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, Indigenous communities, municipalities, libraries, and faith-based entities to develop new ideas that benefit the community. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of arts and culture, sports and recreation, the e...

GrantWatch ID#: 174191
NEW

Grants to Alberta Registered Charities for Capital Projects and Initiatives in Eligible Commun...

Deadline 08/29/25 LOI Date: 08/01/25

Grants to Alberta registered charities for capital projects, programs, projects, and initiatives to benefit communities in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the Foundation and submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding areas of i...

GrantWatch ID#: 165737
NEW

Grants to Saskatchewan Charities and Donees for Activities to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline 09/01/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Saskatchewan registered charities and qualified donees for activities to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Program focus areas include cultural, social, and religious activities. Applicants may request operating, capital, or pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 173231
NEW

Grants to Manitoba Associations, Institutions, and Individuals for Operational Support Related...

Deadline 09/20/25

Grants to Manitoba associations, organizations, institutions, and individuals to improve operations related to the legal profession and community services. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of legal edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 149071

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Assist Disadvantaged Populations

Deadline 09/30/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for operational support and programs that will improve the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for initiatives that address the needs of individuals who are socially, economically, or...

GrantWatch ID#: 170944
NEW

Grants to Alberta Rural Nonprofit Community Groups for Cemetery Operating Costs

Deadline 10/01/25

Grants to Alberta rural nonprofit community groups to support cemetery operations. Funding is intended for general cemetery maintenance and general operating expenses such as grass cutting. Grant funding may vary depending on the size of the cemetery. Grant funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 145946
NEW

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Operate Community Facilities in Rural Ar...

Deadline 10/01/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to operate community facilities in rural areas. Funding is intended to support facilities that provide cultural, community, and recreational functions for residents. Eligible expenses include general opera...

GrantWatch ID#: 145948

Grants to Alberta Arts Nonprofits for General Operating Expenses

Deadline 10/01/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations for general operating expenses. New applicants are required to contact the funding source and register in the grant portal well in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended for local arts organizations whose vision and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153738
NEW

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits to Operate Recreation Facilities in Eligible Regions

Deadline 10/01/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit community organizations and associations that operate outdoor recreation amenities. Funding is intended for general operating expenses, including maintenance, utilities, equipment repairs, and insurance costs. Eligible organizations must ope...

GrantWatch ID#: 218819
NEW

Grants to Ontario Charities to Strengthen Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline 10/06/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario charities in eligible regions for projects that address identified community challenges and help to improve the quality of life for local residents. Applicants must have a consultation meeting with grant staff prior to submitting an a...

GrantWatch ID#: 158825

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Institutions, and Individuals for Prof...

Deadline 10/06/25 LOI Date: 06/06/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, institutions, and individuals for professional development activities in the field of grain operations. Applicants are required to pre-qualify prior to submitting a full grant application. Funding areas of interes...

GrantWatch ID#: 213632
NEW

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Community Support Services in Eligible Regions

Deadline 10/16/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations for community services that benefit residents in eligible communities. First-time applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support facility operations and staffing costs. Grants may be used ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186145
Upcoming

Grants to Ontario Qualified Donees for Community Enhancement Projects and Programs in Eligible...

Deadline 10/17/25

Grants to Ontario qualified donees for community enhancement projects and programs in eligible regions. Funding priorities include enhancing wellbeing and belonging and increasing resilience in communities, families, and individuals. Eligible projects must support comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 173388

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline 10/31/25

Grants and in-kind assistance to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community projects, special events, and operating expenses. Programs should address community needs...

GrantWatch ID#: 215798

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits for Cultural Events in Remote and Rural Communities

Deadline 11/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Manitoba nonprofit organizations to organize festivals and events in the northern region and rural communities. Funding is intended to cover operating costs associated with festivals that take place over a minimum of two days. This grant prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 176147

Grants to British Columbia Cultural and Recreational Nonprofits to Support Operations and Capi...

Deadline 01/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital improvements and operating support. Funding is intended to support local organizations serving rural regions that provide community programs in the areas of arts, sports, recreation, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 164822

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Operational Support

Deadline 01/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and charities in eligible locations to strengthen operations. Funding is intended for overall operating costs as opposed to a specific project or activity. Eligible applicants are located in and serve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218527
Upcoming

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits to Produce and Present Visual Arts Exhibitions

Deadline 04/01/27

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations that produce and present visual arts exhibitions. Applicants must contact the funding source at least three months prior to the deadline. Funding is intended to cover organizational operating expenses, including maintenance, ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 214222

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Community Recreational Opportunities ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support a broad range of community-oriented recreational opportunities. Funding is available for new recreational initiatives, operating support, programming support, and event hosting. Eligible act...

GrantWatch ID#: 165684

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofit and For-Profit Childcare Centers for Operating S...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit, for-profit, and community licensed childcare centers for operating grants in order to lower fees for families. Funding is intended to help make childcare more affordable for families with young children by providing them w...

GrantWatch ID#: 166231

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Applicants may request funding to support social, recreational, and cultural programs; travel; and festivals and use of facilities. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 175533
NEW

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofit Societies for Capital Improvement Projects in Eligible Lo...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies in eligible locations for capital improvement projects that promote productivity, economic growth, a clean environment, and strong communities. Funding is intended for construction and renovation projects in a range of cat...

GrantWatch ID#: 208171

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, First Nations, School Districts, and PACs for...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, agencies, First Nations governments, school districts, and PACs for community-led projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that are not usually within the purview of the local government. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 209962

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Groups, Companies, and Individuals for...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, groups, companies, and qualifying individuals for animal advocacy projects. Funding is intended to support general expenses as well as specific projects that benefit animals. Priority will be shown to activities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213171

Grants to Ontario Neighborhood Groups for Community-Based Events

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Ontario neighborhood groups for community-based events in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist groups and events with operating expenses that support eligible activities. Neighb...

GrantWatch ID#: 213324

Grants to Canada Animal Rescue Organizations and Shelters for Organizational Operations

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Canada animal rescue organizations and shelters for organizational operations. Applicants must be registered members of the funding source's website to apply for funding. Eligible costs include food, supplies, vaccines, and any other expenses ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213691

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Access Technology at a Reduced Ra...

Deadline Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to have access to the funding source's technology at a reduced rate. Participating nonprofits may use the technology to improve their operations and increase productivity, thereby boosting their soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 215697
NEW

In-Kind Donations to USA, Canada, and International Qualifying Nonprofits and NGOs to Support ...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International qualifying nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations in eligible countries to support operations and community impact. Requests will be accepted for donations of technology products such as hardware, software, subsc...

GrantWatch ID#: 216533
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