GRANTS
OKANAGAN PROSPERITY FUND
Overview
The Community Prosperity Fund
The Community Prosperity Fund is a $25 million investment from the Government of B.C. that advances poverty reduction and social inclusion—announced on the inaugural B.C. Nonprofit Day.
This investment is part of the Government of B.C.’s commitment to supporting the non-profit sector and empowering local communities to make local decisions through local community foundations.
The Okanagan Prosperity Fund
Community Foundation North Okanagan, Central Okanagan Foundation, and Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen are uniting resources to create lasting change. By collaborating on funding through the Okanagan Prosperity Fund, we are focusing on upstream solutions that address the root causes of poverty, ensuring that social inclusion and opportunity are within reach for all in our communities.
This funding is intended to create deep impact through providing larger grants to a smaller number of organizations that are closely aligned with our vision for long-term change and provide upstream solutions for poverty and social inclusion.
Capacity Enhancement: Impact Measurement
Organizations receiving these grant funds will also be provided with the option of receiving additional support specifically for impact measurement training. This training is crucial; understanding and demonstrating the true impact of their work allows organizations to refine their strategies and better serve their communities.
Timeline
- August 26: LOI opens
- September 13: LOI closes
- September 13-27: LOIs reviewed
- September 30: Full application opens for invited organizations
- October 18: applications close
- October 18- November 8: Applications reviewed
- November 15: Notifications
- January 2025: Grant payments and impact measurement cohort begins
- June 30, 2027: Grant activities must end
How to Apply
Download a copy of the Fund Guidelines.
Organizations may submit one LOI for funding. The LOI will be accepted through online portals which can be accessed through each participating foundation’s website, linked below. Those organizations that are invited to submit a full application will use the same portal.
Apply in the region where you primarily offer services. Click below to be directed to the application portal:
Additional Support
Community Foundation North Okanagan:
Leanne Hammond
250-542-8655 Leanne@cfno.org
Central Okanagan Foundation:
Abbie Norrish
250-861-6160 ext 101 Abbie@centralokanaganfoundation.org
Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen:
Kevin Ronaghan
236-500-1243 Kevinronaghan@cfso.net
