Grant-in-Aid Programs
The Fraser Valley Regional District's Grant-in-Aid programs support cultural, environmental, charitable, and recreational service activities as well as special events that benefit the community.
Electoral Area Grant-in-Aid
Grant funding is available each year to non-profit community groups or individuals who provide a service or benefit to their Electoral Area community.
Criteria and eligibility requirements are outlined in the Electoral Area Grant-in-Aid Policy & Application Form. Submit your completed application form to info.finance@fvrd.ca or to your Electoral Area Director. Applications for the Electoral Area Grant-in-Aid program may be made at any time.
Regional Grant-in-Aid
Registered non-profit organizations or community groups based in the FVRD can apply for funding to support projects that provide a region-wide benefit.
The annual application intake deadline is August 31. The FVRD Board determines the amount awarded each year and a maximum total annual budget of $50,000 has been approved for allocation. Criteria and eligibility requirements are outlined in the Regional Grant-in-Aid Policy & Application Form. Submit your completed application form to info.finance@fvrd.ca by August 31.
Date | FVRD Responsibility | Applicant Responsibility |
May 1 – August 31 | The application period is open for Regional Grant-in-Aid | Review the Regional Grant-In-Aid Policy and application form. Note: When preparing your budget please note that grant money will be awarded in March of the following year. |
August 31 | Deadline for applications | Ensure your application form is complete. |
September - March |
Applications are reviewed by the FVRD Finance Department |
FVRD will inform applicants that their applications have been received. |
March |
The FVRD Board reviews applications during the annual budget process and approves the amount of money that will be provided to applicants. |
Once the Board approves the budget, applicants will be contacted and cheques will be sent out by April. |