Local Grant Application

Local Grant Guidelines

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Local Grant Policy - ADM-83

This policy is designed to financially assist community groups and not-for-profit organizations with achieving their objectives in alignment with the Township’s strategic priorities. The Local Grants Funding Program fosters collaboration, supports innovative initiatives, and strengthens community well-being, with an expectation of leveraging additional resources for long-term sustainability.

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Applications - Round One - 2027

The Local Grants Funding Program will have two rounds per year. 

  • Round One will open on October 1 and close on November 30, with 90% of funding allocated for the following financial year. Funds must be fully expended and reported on by the end of the following year. 
  • Round Two, which will have 10% allocated of the total funding, will open on May 1 and close on June 30. Funds must be expended and reported on before applying again for either Round One or Round Two.
  • Current SECTION 1 – ELIGIBILITY SCREENING
  • SECTION 2 – QUALITY (20%)
  • SECTION 3 – FEASIBILITY (20%)
  • SECTION 4 – REACH (20%)
  • SECTION 5 – OUTCOMES (40%)
  • Declaration
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The Township of Esquimalt’s Local Grants Funding Program supports eligible non-profit organizations that contribute to a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community. Funding is available for projects, programs, services, and events that benefit Esquimalt residents and align with the Township’s strategic priorities.

Applications are evaluated based on Quality, Feasibility, Reach, and Outcomes. Before completing this application, please review the Local Grant Policy (ADM-83), guidelines, and eligibility criteria.

We are a BC registered non-profit, registered charity, or recognized non-profit committee.
We are located within the Capital Regional District.
We have active volunteer involvement.
Our activities benefit Esquimalt residents.
We have submitted all required outcome reports for previous Township grants.
Event eligibility — complete if applying for an event: The event will take place within the Township of Esquimalt.