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City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations
Support for local community organizations
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
November 27, 2026
Location
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Who can apply
Not-for-profit corporations registered to carry on business and in good standing in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Overview
City of St. John’s Community Grants — Community Organizations supports not-for-profit corporations and registered charities in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to deliver programs and services for City residents. It supports educational, multicultural, recreational, and inclusive initiatives, while encouraging minimal barriers to participation and local community impact.
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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
- Varies by project
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
- Educational programs and services
- Multicultural programs and services
- Recreational programs and services
- Inclusive programs and services
Documents Needed
- Completed Community Organizations Application
- Organization overview
- Detailed balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year
- Most recent financial statements, or if unavailable, the most recent income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit corporations registered to carry on business and in good standing in Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Registered charities registered to carry on business and in good standing in Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Organizations based in St. John’s that provide programs and/or services to City residents.
Who is not eligible
- Educational institutions, including schools and colleges.
- Organizations receiving 80 percent or more of their funding from other levels of government.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Research
- Travel, accommodation, and tours outside St. John’s
- Payment of City property taxes or any fees owed to the City
- Operating, project, or capital deficits incurred in prior years
- Capital expenses, including maintenance or repair costs
- Services within the legislated mandates of other levels of government
- Events or parts thereof that generate funds for other organizations or individuals
- Professional development for organizational staff
- Awards events, protest events, political campaigns, scholarships, prizes, and awards
- 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.
- Effective and appropriate use of the requested funds, including evidence of other funding sources and partnerships.
- Evidence that the private or non-governmental sector has contributed at least 20% of the financial assistance for the program, unless the City makes an exception.
- How the service or facility will create or enhance recreational, cultural, or other community activities.
How to apply
- Complete the Community Organizations Application and email it to citygrants@stjohns.ca with the subject line City Grants-Community no later than 4:00 p.m. on the last Friday in November.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed early in the calendar year, and funding recommendations are presented to City Council for approval.
- Email notifications are typically sent by mid-March.
- Once approved by Council, the payment requisition process typically takes up to 4 weeks.
- If any component of the funded programming changes or is incomplete, the recipient must advise the City and may be required to return some or all of the grant.
- If there is an outstanding tax or other amount owed to the City under the applicant’s name, the grant funds will be applied to that amount; the recipient may accept the reduced grant or decline it.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations Program
What is the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations?
City of St. John’s Community Grants — Community Organizations supports not-for-profit corporations and registered charities in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to deliver programs and services for City residents. It supports educational, multicultural, recreational, and inclusive initiatives, while encouraging minimal barriers to participation and local community impact.
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 — Community Grants — Community Organizations program?
To be eligible for the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations program, you must:
The applicant must be a not-for-profit corporation or registered charity in good standing in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The organization must be based in St. John’s and offer programs and/or services for City residents.
The organization must demonstrate minimal barriers to participation and provide documentation of volunteer involvement.
What expenses are eligible under City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations?
Educational programs and services
Multicultural programs and services
Recreational programs and services
Inclusive programs and services
Who can I contact for more information about the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations?
You can contact City of St. John's by email at citygrants@stjohns.ca or by phone at 709-570-2186.
Where is the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations available?
The City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community Organizations is a Grant and Funding