Government of Canada announces national funders selected to support charities and non-profits

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Bluesky
• Share on X
• Copy Link

Funding from the Community Services Recovery Fund aims to enable charities, non-profits and Indigenous Governing Bodies to invest in their own organizational capacity to:

Neighbourhood recreation

City of Red Deer announces the return of 'Meet Me at the Park' program

18m ago

Conditions as of June 30

Warmer temperatures helping crops progress in central Alberta

57m ago

new tourist attraction

Blindman Valley Lions launch 'Barn Quilt Trail'

2h ago

• adapt the way they deliver services to support the needs of their staff and volunteers;
• buy equipment such as computers and software;
• create new ways of working, such as developing new fundraising approaches;
• provide support for staff and volunteers, such as staff training, supports for mental health and wellbeing; and
• develop plans to receive funding from diverse sources.

As a result of the investments provided by the Community Services Recovery Fund, it’s hoped that charities, non-profits and Indigenous Governing Bodies will be better equipped to improve the efficacy, accessibility, and sustainability of the community services that they provide.

The application process is expected to launch on January 6, 2023. For more information, visit www.communityservicesrecoveryfund.ca.

Applications for funding can be submitted to the National Funders from now until February 21, 2023. Organizations are encouraged to complete the interactive quiz to determine where and how to apply. Additional information and resources, including an applicant guide, can be found on the Community Services Recovery Fund website.

The National Funders are also holding a webinar on January 12, 2023, to help organizations understand the application process.

“The Government supports a more inclusive model of economic growth that creates opportunities for everyone in Canada as the long-term recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic continues,” says Karina Gould, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development. “The Community Services Recovery Fund will strengthen the ability of charities and non-profits to deliver services and resources where they will have the most impact. Because of the National Funders’ strong connections with local organizations, they will ensure funding is distributed efficiently to organizations that provide services to communities in need across Canada.”

“Charities and non-profits are at the forefront of addressing communities’ needs, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic,” adds Erin Peden, Executive Director, Red Deer & District Community Foundation. “However, many of them are struggling to recover and adapt their services to the changing needs of the central Alberta community. Through the Community Services Recovery Fund, the Red Deer & District Community Foundation will be able to give organizations the support they need to serve our community.”

“Charities and non-profit organizations are at the heart of communities, creating a sense of belonging from coast to coast to coast,” notes Andrea Dicks, Community Foundations of Canada, President. “Through the Community Services Recovery Fund, local community foundations are proud to have the opportunity to support this important work as we collectively build a more just and equitable future driven by community. This investment from the Government of Canada comes at a critical time when communities across Canada are coming together to rebuild from the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

“The Government of Canada has entrusted United Way Centraide Canada and our partner national funders to deliver the Community Services Recovery Fund,” shares Dan Clement, President and Chief Executive Officer, United Way Centraide Canada. “Our national network of local community experts is working hard to support charities and non-profits serving our diverse communities to ensure they can access this important funding they so greatly deserve.”