The Mission Community Foundation will disburse $275,000 through a new, one-time grant stream called the Mission & Region Prosperity Fund to enable a community-informed distribution of funds.
The origin of these funds is the Community Prosperity Fund, a $25-million investment from the Government of British Columbia that advances poverty reduction and social inclusion—announced on the inaugural B.C. Non-profit Day.
This fund is part of B.C.’s commitment to supporting the non-profit sector and empowering local communities to make local decisions.
The fund is directed towards organizations that plan to produce initiatives related to poverty reduction and social inclusion.
What makes this fund different?
Funding can support operational expenses or project delivery.
Operational expenses that contribute to your organization’s long-term resiliency
(e.g., investment in digital infrastructure, support for staff training, developing organizational strategies and policies, salaries, rent, and other organizational costs) or project delivery funding that addresses community needs relating to poverty and/or social inclusion.
If your project is happening in the City of Mission or the Fraser Valley Regional District (Hatzic Prairie, McConnell Creek, Durieu, Dewdney, Deroche, and Lake Errock) you could be eligible.
Less restrictive time constraints
The Mission & Region Prosperity Fund gives you the space to complete your best work. You have up to three years for your activities, giving you time to implement the funding in a way that works best for your organization.
Applications are now open for the Mission & Region Prosperity Fund, please visit www.missioncommunityfoundation.org for more information. The deadline to apply is November 15, 2024.
