DONOR DIRECTED FUNDS
All donor directed funds are sent to the donor’s chosen charity and as directed by the donor. All recipient charities must be in good standing with CRA.
OUR GRANT PROCESS
If you are a registered Canadian charity, in good standing with CRA, and aligned with our mandate and mission your organization may submit an application to The Citrine Foundation of Canada.
CHILDREN, YOUTH, FAMILIES, COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLBEING
Initiatives, services and opportunities that promote recovery and healing, provide positive life-experiences, enhance safety and the quality of life, inspire family experiences and healthy relationships, and nurture well-being within communities.
EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Focused on advancing knowledge on prevention, intervention and community needs. Opportunities that inspire positive change through education and evidence-based research.
MENTORING THE NEXT GENERATION OF PHILANTHROPISTS
Initiatives that provide youth and millennials with experiential engagement in social change and community leadership where philanthropy, financial literacy and core values enhance their relationships and life-opportunities.
DIVERSITY, INCLUSION AND GENDER EQUITY
Initiatives that reduce stigma, elevate quality of life, and inspire positive self-awareness.
CRITERIA FOR REGISTERED CHARITIES APPLYING FOR FUNDING:
Initiatives and/or services must be delivered by the applying charity.
The application must be for a initiative in which The Citrine Foundation of Canada can help to make a substantial difference for the agency and those they serve.
The applying charity must be a registered Canadian charity.
The applying charity must be in good standing with CRA and be governed by a board reflective of their community and knowledgeable about their needs.
The applying charity must have up-to-date audited financial statements.
The funding request aligns with the funding needs identified in the strategic plan prepared and approved by the board of directors and senior management of the organization.
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications will be accepted between April 14, 2023 and May 31, 2023.
HOW TO APPLY
After reviewing our criteria and areas of interest, please submit your application electronically only. Your application should be no more than 4 pages in 12 font.
Include an overview of the applying Canadian charity, statement of need, desired outcomes, population served, estimated budget, time frame, and contact information including contact person's name, title, address, phone number and CRA number.
Successful applicants will be notified of funding by September 29, 2023.
Funds will be distributed in November 2023.
CORRESPONDENCE SHOULD BE SENT TO THE ATTENTION OF KATHY KELAIDIS.
Applying charities need to know we do not fund the following items through our application process. If you have a special request please send us a note to discuss your idea.
Applying charities need to know we do not fund the following items through our application process. If you have a special request please send us a note to discuss your idea.