The Squamish Community Foundation was established to create a legacy of giving in our community. We’re entrusted with managing an ever-growing portfolio of donations, which are contributed from both individual and corporate donors.
We re-invest in Squamish through grant and fund programs that support important community initiatives. In fact, we have distributed more than $600,000 since 2003.
The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program is built on a simple but powerful idea: everyone has something to share.
NSG provides grants of $50–$500 to help community members bring neighbours together, build connections, and strengthen their neighbourhoods. Delivered locally by the Squamish Community Foundation in partnership with the Vancouver Foundation and the District of Squamish, the program supports simple, community-led ideas that make a big impact.
Since 2017, nearly 300 projects have been funded across Squamish—from block parties and community gardens to cultural gatherings and workshops.
All applicants are asked to incorporate a small climate action element or activity into their project—it could be as simple as reducing waste at an event.
Applications are open from April 1 – May 1st, 2026
Steps:
NSG Coordinator
Emilija Dufresne
Phone: 604-848-8683
Email: nsg@squamishfoundation.com
Visit the Squamish Neighbourhood Small Grant (NSG) Program Facebook Page
We are committed to ensuring our application process is equitable and inclusive and to reaching individuals and groups with diverse backgrounds in Squamish.
The Neighbourhood Small Grant program has been highly successful. To continue the program we are seeking support from donors to help continue the program for years to come.
Each year, through the income earned from our endowment funds, we award grants to local organizations working to improve the lives and wellbeing of Squamish residents.
Applications for 2026 Annual Grants will open May 1 until June 1, 2026.
Any registered charitable organization may apply for an Annual Grant. Grants are awarded to projects that benefit the people of the District of Squamish with a focus on the following categories:
Environmental Sustainability, Health and Social Development/Housing, Music and Performing Arts, Recreation and Sports, Youth Programming, General Fund for Urgent and Current Community Needs.
These grant categories align directly with our endowment funds and their respective available granting amounts. You may choose one category and your budget request should not exceed available funding in that category. See question 1 in the application for individual category funding amounts available. NOTE: Each year we receive requests for more funding than we have available. We highly recommend that you consider your grant request and budget in alignment with the funds available in the respective categories.
Projects must comply with the following criteria in order to qualify:
Squamish Community Foundation does not provide funding for certain types of projects.
Grants are NOT:
All applications are reviewed by an independent Grant Committee, which is comprised of Squamish community members and chaired by one or more SCF board members. The committee recommends grant distribution amounts and recipient organizations to the SCF Board of Directors who approve the final Annual Grants recipients.
2025 Final Reports are due by May 1st for recipients of the 2025 Annual Grant.
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
We can’t wait to read your reports and learn about the impact made in our community!
In 2025, the Squamish Community Foundation awarded $33,550.00 in funding to registered charities and non-profit organizations running programs in Squamish.
Grant Recipients in 2025 include:
SCF administers the Community Enhancement Grants for the District of Squamish. Community Grants support vulnerable citizens, youth, reconciliation, equity and diversity, social wellbeing, and connectedness in our community. Community Enhancement Grants are funded by the District of Squamish. Read more about the grants and District partnership here.
This grant is specifically geared towards projects that seek to streghten our community through programming that aligns with the overarching goals of the District of Squamish’s Official Community Plan. Funds will be awarded to non-profit or charitable organizations that propose to enhance the lives of local citizens through the following:
For projects with an arts and/or culture focus, please refer to the Arts & Culture Grant provided by the Squamish Arts Council.
Click the button to download the Report Template.
Please note that you can only receive either the Squamish Arts Council’s Arts and Culture Grant OR the Squamish Community Foundation’s Community Enhancement Grant. If you believe that your project could feasibly apply to both, please email info@squamishartscouncil.com or info@squamishfoundation.com to determine which grant you should apply to.
A total amount of $115,900 in funding was administered to 32 organizations in 2026.
Grant recipients include:
Vancouver Foundation is proud to be working in partnership with the Government of B.C. , Community Foundations of Canada and over 50 local community foundations to deliver the Community Prosperity Fund —$25 million investment from the Government of B.C. that advances poverty reduction and social inclusion. The Community Prosperity Fund will provide up to three years of funding for the ongoing work of organizations across B.C. with funding decisions made by local community foundations.
Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria:
We encourage interested applicants to review pages 8 through 11 of the Application Guide to understand the eligible activities and expenses funded through the Community Prosperity Fund.
Grant Recipients in 2024 include:
Yes, for both Annual Grants and Community Enhancement Grants. In order for the SCF to responsibly manage our funds and donor agreements, we require verification of your project and how the grant funds have been applied in accordance with your application. See the grant sections above for more details. Organizations who do not submit their final report will not be eligible for future grants.
No, we provide all funds upfront.
Please refer to the grant sections above (Annual Grants and Community Enhancement Grants) to view and download the final report based on which grant you received. For assistance in completing your report, please contact info@squamishfoundation.com.
No, SCF only requires a final report following completion of the project, and before applying for any future grants. However, we are happy to hear about and celebrate the milestones you wish to share with us.
If there are significant project changes which are beyond the scope of your initial application, please contact SCF directly at info@squamishfoundation.com.
We endeavour to share the work of the SCF and the projects we support both on our website and through other communication channels (e.g. social media). If you would prefer not to be listed or featured, please contact us directly.
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