Grants & funding.
We have put together a list of grant sources to help your organization access funding for your recreation initiatives.
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We have created a directory of some of the fundraising sources that can help your organization access funding for upcoming outdoor recreation initiatives, accessibility programs, trail maintenance, supply purchases, or professional development of your volunteer crew.
Newly added grant opportunities are highlighted. Do you have funding sources to add? Send relevant funding and/or grant opportunities to info@orcb.ca.
Check out the resources at the bottom of the page including Tips for Quality Grant Applications in Outdoor Recreation and the grant tracking template.
Current and upcoming grant opportunities
AllTrails Stewardship Fund seeks to expand outdoor access and preserve outdoor spaces. Funding ranges $2,000 to $10,000. Application deadline is June 30, 2025. 30, 2025.
The Community Gaming Grants program distributes funds from commercial gambling revenues to not-for-profit organizations through two different funding streams: Program Grants and Capital Project Grants. Between July 1 and August 31, you can apply for the public safety and environment program grant streams.
ECO Canada Employment Programs provide wage funding and training to assist nonprofits and other employees in hiring and training emerging environmental professionals.
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation provides grants to grassroots environmental and community-based projects across Canada, with a focus on environmental education, urban greening, and biodiversity. Applications for the current intake are open until July 15.
You will also find new funding options in our newsletter.
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Below is a compilation of major funding bodies and grant programs at the Federal, Provincial, and Regional levels. Visit the provided links to explore their respective websites and discover details about the funding initiatives they offer.
Provincial
Regional
Indigenous
Wage Funding
Resources & Tools
Google Workspace for Nonprofits (free for eligible nonprofits)
Techsoup Canada (donations and discounts on technology and software for nonprofits)
Canva for Nonprofits (easy-to-use design software)
Have Questions?
For ORCBC members who are interested in learning more or have questions about grant and funding support, please email us at info@orcbc.ca.