Squamish Community Foundation

NEIGHBOURHOOD SMALL GRANTS | Applications now open! Do you have a project idea that aims to bring neighbours together and support a sense of belonging in our community, while maintaining physical distancing? The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) new "Responsive NSG" program provides up to $500 to community projects that aim to connect people socially or involve sharing skills or talents with each other. Projects must stay within guidelines for physical distancing.... Learn more and APPLY TODAY! https://neighbourhoodsmallgrants.ca/our-communiti/squamish/ Applications are open until April 20th. Projects must be completed between May 1 to Nov 1, 2021.

One week left to apply for the Community Enhancement Grants! Funds will be awarded to non-profit or charitable organizations that propose to enhance the lives of local citizens through the following: - Decolonization and reconciliation initiatives... - Intergenerational programming - Enhancement of neighbourhood connectivity - Environmental stewardship, sustainability and/or climate action - Equity and Diversity programming - Support of physical health, mental health and/or social wellbeing - Youth-led initiatives - Programming for social services that assist Squamish’s vulnerable populations - Recreation programming For projects with an arts and/or culture focus, please refer to the Arts & Culture Grant provided by the Squamish Arts Council. Visit our website for full Applicant Guide and Application Form. Applications close March 1st, 2021. https://www.squamishfoundation.com/grants-and-funds/ Contact [email protected] with any questions. Community Enhancement Grants are funded by the District of Squamish.

Join the members of the Squamish Community Foundation, Squamish Arts Council, District of #Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott, Acting Mayor Armand Hurford and District of Squamish staff to learn about the new Community Grant Program and funding opportunities. The Virtual Town Hall: Community Enhancement Grants will be held on February 10 at 6 p.m. The event will begin with a brief presentation followed by an open Q&A. Participants will learn about the types of grants, eligibility, ...application procedures and deadlines. See event details below, with zoom link to join. Learn more about the Squamish Community Foundation Commuity Enhancement Grant: squamishfoundation.com/grants-and-funds Learn more about the Squamish Arts Council Arts & Culture Grant: squamishartscouncil.com/grants

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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANTS! Non-profits and charitable organizations are invited to apply for the Community Enhancement Grants, now administered by the Squamish Community Foundation (SCF). Projects should align with the overarching goals of the Official Community Plan of the District of Squamish, and aim to enhance the lives of local citizens through one or more of the following: * Decolonization and reconciliation initiatives... * Intergenerational programming * Enhancement of neighbourhood connectivity * Environmental stewardship, sustainability and/or climate action * Equity and Diversity programming * Support of physical health, mental health and/or social wellbeing * Youth-led initiatives * Programming for social services that assist Squamish's vulnerable populations * Recreation programming APPLY NOW! Applications close March 1st, 2021. https://www.squamishfoundation.com/grants-and-funds/ Contact [email protected] with any questions. Community Enhancement Grants are funded by the District of Squamish. SCF is managing the applications and distribution of grants in the above categories. For projects with an art and/or culture focus, please refer to the Arts and Culture grant provided by the Squamish Arts Council.

Have you heard? The Squamish Community Foundation has signed a long-term agreement with the District of Squamish and the Squamish Arts Council to manage and distribute the District's Community Enhancement Grants starting this year! We are proud to have the opportunity to further serve our community in this way. Applications will open in February - stay tuned for more details on how to apply!