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December 12, 2018
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We’ve heard from many organizations that a significant barrier to applying for funding at Vancouver Foundation is the 50% fund matching requirement. So, we’re making some changes. Starting 2019, both Systems Change Test Grants and LEVEL Youth Granting – Test Grants will only require applicants to...
August 17, 2018
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LEVEL Youth Granting is now open and accepting applications until September 10, 2018. This grant is intended for qualified organizations and charities in B.C. that want to create opportunities for Indigenous and racialized immigrant and refugee young people in staff leadership and board governance...
How do I appeal a grant decision?
May 9, 2017
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There is no appeal process for grant decisions. Please see our Commitment to Those Seeking Grants for more information on our grantmaking practices.
How can I apply for funding from the new Community Poverty Reduction Fund?
May 4, 2017
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Proposals for poverty reduction projects can be submitted through Vancouver Foundation's Field of Interest granting program. See our FAQs on the new Community Poverty Reduction Fund for more information.
Who can apply for a Downtown Eastside Small Arts Grant?
October 9, 2015
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The Small Arts Grants are for individual emerging artists living and/or creating art in the DTES which includes areas of Gastown, Victory Square, Chinatown, Strathcona, the industrial area, and the Oppenheimer and Thornton Parks. Please visit the Downtown Eastside Small Arts Grant website for more...
Can I apply for a new grant if I still have an existing one?
August 26, 2015
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It depends on the status of your existing grant. Please check with the grant coordinator in your existing field of interest.
How can I login if I’ve forgotten my username or password?
August 26, 2015
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You can reset your password at anytime with the email you used to create an application. If you’ve forgotten the email address you used, please contact a grant administrator for support.
How long before I receive a grant?
August 26, 2015
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You should expect to wait approximately 3 months between initial application and a Field of Interest Grant decision, however you will receive follow up communication throughout the process. You should expect a decision on your Project Overview within three weeks of the application deadline.
What information do I need to submit a Full Proposal?
August 26, 2015
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In addition to the information you provided in your Project Overview, you will be asked to provide greater detail around the project activities, outcomes, and partnerships. You will also need to compile a number of supporting documents including audited financial statements, current operating...
Do I have to submit a Full Proposal?
August 26, 2015
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It depends on the type of Field of Interest Grant you apply for. We do not require a Full Proposal for a Develop grant application. Test grant and Grow grant applications may be invited to submit a Full Proposal following review of the Project Overview.
What information do I need to submit a Project Overview?
August 26, 2015
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You will need some basic information about your organization including legal name and tax file number. You will also be asked to answer a few questions summarizing your project, and to submit an itemized budget with all potential expenditures and revenues.
When can I apply, and what is the deadline for applications?
August 26, 2015
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Vancouver Foundation offers a number of Field of Interest Grants cycles throughout the year. Please check our key dates for more information about upcoming deadlines.
What types of grants can I apply for?
August 26, 2015
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Vancouver Foundation offers three types of Field of Interest Grants: Develop (up to $10,000 for one year) Test (up to $75,000/year for up to three years) Grow (up to $50,000/year for up to three years) Find out more about the types of grants .
What fields of interest can I apply under?
August 26, 2015
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Vancouver Foundation makes Field of Interest Grants across broad four fields of interest: Arts and Culture Education and Training Environment Health and Social Development Read more about our fields of interest and download the guidelines. If you are still unsure which field of interest to apply...
Is my organization eligible?
August 26, 2015
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Field of Interest Grants are available to registered charities and other qualified organizations in British Columbia. If your organization does not qualify, then you must enter into an intermediary arrangement with a registered charity or other qualified organization. Take our eligibility quiz to...