Grant Guidelines and Application

• Grants are given to charities registered with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA List of Charities and other qualifying donees).

• If you are unsure if your organization qualifies for an HCF Grant, please contact us at least 2 weeks in advance for clarification and/or guidance on options to partner with a qualified donee/sponsor. You may leave a voice message at 204-889-3132 ext.2 or email us at HCFinfo@headingleyfoundation.ca.

• Organizations must demonstrate a strong and committed board, fiscal responsibility, and effective management.

• Projects, initiatives or events must benefit the community of Headingley.

• Grants are awarded for specific purposes covering a definite period of time, typically one year or less. Multi-year grants may be considered.

• Successful applicants are required to submit a Completion Report with proof of paid expenditures. The report is required no later than October 31 of the following year. Failure to submit a report may affect subsequent application approvals.

• Successful applicants are eligible to apply for future funding after any previously approved grants have been completed and processed.

• The Foundation reserves the right to publish photos and names of individuals and organizations in its annual report, and other media.

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Projects and Programs the Foundation May Support

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• A well-planned approach

• Efficient use of resources

• Ability to serve a need in the community

• Volunteer participation and citizen involvement

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Grants Are Not Usually Made To

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• Support operating expenses of established agencies or programs;

• Governments.

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Grants Are Not Made To, or For

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• Individuals (with the exception of scholarships);

• Costs related to activities undertaken before the date of the Grants Committee or Board decision;

• Annual fundraising campaigns or annual fundraising events;

• Pay down mortgages or reduce deficits; political activities; exclusively religious activities.