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City of St. John's — Capital Grants
Facility construction and renovation support
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
November 27, 2026
Location
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
City of St. John’s Capital Grants provides up to 50% of capital costs, to a maximum of $100,000, for non-profit organizations in St. John’s seeking support for facility construction, expansion, or renovation. Eligible projects must meet a demonstrated need in recreation, culture, or other community service, and may support facilities that serve City residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- St. John's
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Construction, expansion, or renovation of a facility providing programs and/or services to City residents.
Documents Needed
- Capital project budget and overall annual budget showing all revenue and expenses.
- Project budget identifying all sources of financing as confirmed or pending, with a balanced budget.
- A professionally prepared audit, review engagement, or compilation engagement; if not available, the most recent income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows.
- Quotes for all capital work outlined in the application, provided by a professional contractor; retail vendor quotes may also be accepted for project-related supplies.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit corporations.
- Registered charities registered to carry on business in Newfoundland and Labrador and in good standing.
- Organizations based in St. John’s that offer programs and/or services for City residents.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations receiving 80% or more of their funding from other levels of government.
- Educational institutions, including schools and colleges.
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs for the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses for a project that has been funded in previous years, including prior phases of a funded project.
- Expenses not considered by the City to be capital expenses.
- Expenses incurred before the application deadline date.
Eligible geographic areas
- St. John’s
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Selection criteria
- Strong fiscal responsibility, program planning, organization, and evaluation in carrying out services to the community.
- Effective and appropriate use of the requested funds, including evidence of exploring other funding sources and partnerships.
- For capital grants, consideration of the sustainability of the long-term capital and operating costs of the proposed facility.
- The private or non-governmental sector must have contributed at least 20% of the financial assistance for the program, unless the Evaluation Committee accepts an exception.
- How the service or facility will create or enhance recreational, cultural, or other community activities.
How to apply
- Fill out the Capital Grants Application and email the completed form to citygrants@stjohns.ca before 4 p.m. on the last Friday of November.
Processing and Agreement
- The Grant Evaluation Committee reviews applications early in the calendar year.
- Funding recommendations are presented to City Council for approval.
- Email notifications are typically sent by mid-March.
- The payment requisition process follows Council approval and typically takes up to 4 weeks after email notifications.
- Recipients must provide an accounting of the financial assistance acceptable to the Evaluation Committee, and provide financial records if requested by the City Internal Auditor.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the City of St. John's — Capital Grants Program
What is the City of St. John's — Capital Grants?
City of St. John’s Capital Grants provides up to 50% of capital costs, to a maximum of $100,000, for non-profit organizations in St. John’s seeking support for facility construction, expansion, or renovation. Eligible projects must meet a demonstrated need in recreation, culture, or other community service, and may support facilities that serve City residents.
How much funding can be received?
City of St. John's — Capital Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is November 27, 2026.
Who is eligible for the City of St. John's — Capital Grants program?
To be eligible for the City of St. John's — Capital Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a not-for-profit corporation or registered charity.
The organization must be based in St. John’s and offer programs or services for City residents.
The project must be for construction, expansion, or renovation of a facility.
What expenses are eligible under City of St. John's — Capital Grants?
Construction, expansion, or renovation of a facility providing programs and/or services to City residents.
Where is the City of St. John's — Capital Grants available?
The City of St. John's — Capital Grants program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the City of St. John's — Capital Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of St. John's — Capital Grants is a Grant and Funding