grants
Our Community Grants Program offers 4 community grants, each valued up to $500, for community projects or initiatives that help strengthen and support our local community. Grants are awarded 4 times per year for a total of 16 grants each year. Typically grants are awarded in August, November, February + May.
Eligibility:
Community Grants are available to local organizations for community projects, programs or initiatives. Successful applications will include details about the project, its impact on our local community, the process for project completion, and how the grant contribution would fit within the overall budget. Organizations and programs can receive a maximum of one Community Grant per 12-month period. Where applicable, we ask organizations to acknowledge the Kootenay Co‑op’s contribution in their project materials.
Application Process:
It’s as easy as 1,2,3!
- Complete the Community Grant Application online by the deadline. If you need more space to explain your project, please include additional attachments with your application submission.
- Submit your application to community@kootenay.coop.
- A committee, comprised of members, our Kootenay Co-op staff and select Board directors review all applications in the week following application closure.
Applications are due: February 1st, May 1st, August 1st, November 1st of every year. You can apply anytime.
Looking for a donation but Community Grants don’t sound like they fit what you need? Check out our regular donation program here