Relentlessly pursuing a future where everyone belongs

We believe in a future that is bright; a future that is just and sustainable; a future that goes beyond the status quo. We’re building a movement that connects community foundations, Canadians and partners to make this future a reality.

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Emergency Community Support Fund

The ECSF is a $350 million emergency funding program from the Government of Canada to help qualified donees serving vulnerable populations disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. Starting May 19, qualified donees can apply for ECSF grants via CFC and participating community foundations across Canada.

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RBC Future Launch Community Challenge

The challenge is a call to action for youth, aged 15 – 29, in more than 150 small and mid-sized communities across Canada.
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The Investment Readiness Program

A new $50M fund whose aim is to help social purpose organizations build their capacity to participate in Canada’s growing social finance market.
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Vital Signs

Canada’s most extensive community-driven data program, using local knowledge to measure community vitality and improve quality of life.
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Find a community foundation

Our 191 community foundations are actively contributing to Canadian communities from coast to coast to coast, helping donors match their interests to community needs and finding innovative ways to make every donation count. Are you looking for a way to help your community?

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Learning Institute

Community foundations work hard to support others, but who supports community foundations? We do! The CFC Learning Institute offers ongoing training and coaching, as well as resources and events designed to help community foundations build their skills, accelerate their impact and strengthen communities for the future.

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