Social enterprise funding and opportunities - Level BIPOC GrantsLEVEL BIPOC Grants

Flexible, general operating grants of $50,000 for BIPOC-led organizations in BC to support their work in racial equity and racial justice.

Who Should Apply

These grants are for BIPOC-led organizations based in and serving BC, that are a registered charity or other qualified donees listed by Canada Revenue Agency. For the purpose of this grant program, we define BIPOC-led organizations as groups where at least two-thirds of senior staff and/or board leadership positions are held by those who self-identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Colour. Consideration is also made for organizations that have an explicit focus or mandate to serve BIPOC communities in BC.

Granting Period: 1 Year

Maximum Amount: $50,000

Deadline: November 2nd, 2020

Apply Now: https://www.vancouverfoundation.ca/grants/level-bipoc-grants

 

Social Enterprise Funding and Opportunities - Emergency Community FundEmergency Community Support Fund (Round 2)

Eligible expenses include wages and benefits, professional fees, travel and accommodations, materials and supplies, printing and communication, equipment rental/lease/maintenance, administration costs, capital costs, and disability support for staff. Purchase of lands or buildings, and any expenses that are covered by another funding source, are ineligible.

Who Should Apply

Nonprofits and registered charities that serve one or more vulnerable groups or address a pressing social inclusion or wellbeing need caused or worsened by COVID-19.

Granting Period: Project budgets must be incurred by March 31, 2021.

Maximum Amount: $25,000

Deadline: October 30, 2020

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Resources and funding for social enterprises october 2020Canada United Small Business Relief Fund

Costs resulting from adjusting operations to meet COVID-19 safety guidelines.

  • Purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Renovation of space to adhere to re-opening guidelines
  • Enhancement of website/ developing E-commerce capability

Who Should Apply

For Profits or Nonprofits with annual sales of $150,000-$3,000,000 and fewer than 75 employees. Registered Charities are not eligible to apply.

Granting Period: Applies to costs incurred after March 15, 2020.

Maximum Amount: $5,000

Deadline: Not provided

Apply Now: https://occ.ca/canada-united-small-business-relief-fund/

 

Columbia Basin Trust - Social Grants - PurpplColumbia Basin Trust Small Social Grants

Community-initiated and community-supported projects that strengthen the social well-being of people living in the Basin

Who Should Apply

Eligible applicants include registered non-profits, First Nations communities and local governments from the Columbia Basin Trust region. Businesses may be considered depending on the Project and its broad community impact.

Maximum Amount: $5,000

Deadline: January 8, 2021

Apply Now: https://ourtrust.org/grants-and-programs-directory/social-grants/social-small-grants/

 

City of Kamloops - Social Enterprise grants - PurpplKamloops Social and Community Development Grant

This stream provides one-time seed money to build agency capacity through engaging in customer driven revenue development models to help improve their sustainability while solving long term community, social, and environmental challenges.

Who Should Apply

Not-for-Profits, Registered Charities, and Community Contribution Companies with a project that addresses specific current social and community
issues or concerns in Kamloops.

Maximum Amount: Not specified ($90,000 in total funding available)

Deadline: November 2, 2020.

Apply Now: https://www.kamloops.ca/our-community/grants-funding

 

City of Vernon - Social Enterprise Grants - PurpplVernon Council Discretionary Grants

This stream provides one-time seed money to build agency capacity through engaging in customer driven revenue development models to help improve their sustainability while solving long term community, social, and environmental challenges.

Who Should Apply

Community based Not-for-Profits or Registered Societies that contribute to the general interest and quality of life for Vernon residents.

Maximum Amount: Up to $25,000

Deadline: October 31, 2020.

Apply Now: https://www.vernon.ca/government-services/mayor-council/council-discretionary-grants

 

Social Enterprise Funding and Opportunities - DER3DER3 (Digital Economy: Rapid Response + Resiliency Program)

Connecting small or medium-sized organizations in BC that need help entering or expanding into the digital economy with service providers and subject matter experts.

Examples: creating an e-commerce marketplace, improved online marketing strategy, or even updating your website.

Who Should Apply

  • Be a small or medium-sized business (less than 500 employees) — nonprofits, coops, CCC’s welcome!
  • Be located in one of these regions in British Columbia: Greater Victoria; Central Island, Northern Island, Sunshine Coast & Gulf Islands; Okanagan Valley; Kootenays; Central Interior B.C.; North Central B.C.

Maximum Amount: The matching service is offered at no cost / no obligation. No funding is provided for hiring digital service providers or subject matter experts.

Deadline: Intakes end Feb 15, 2021

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Innoweave Social Enterprise Coaching Support

Innoweave provides funded coaching access for organizations looking to expand a program or implement a new approach . Yes, Purppl can help provide the coaching.

Who Should Apply

Any organization with a clear and shared definition of the impact they seek to achieve.

Maximum Amount: $10,000

Deadlines: April 15, August 15, December 15,

Apply Now: https://innoweave.ca/coaching-streams/apply-for-support/

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