Non-Competitive Grant Applications ~

The information on this page was last updated on: June 5, 2025

Application Intake Period: January 1 to November 1

The Non-Competitive Application Process offers a streamlined pathway for eligible organizations to request funding through a non-competitive grant process. While this process does not involve competition with other applicants, organizations must still meet all eligibility requirements to be considered for funding.

Eligibility is the first step in the Non-Competitive Application process. An eligible organization and initiative must meet the basic requirements for consideration in the next stages of the process.

Emergent Need: A way to support unexpected and/or urgent need in the community.

Capital Campaigns: A way to support typically larger-scale targeted fundraising efforts for more costly projects (such as a new building) that usually take place over a defined period. The Capital Campaign’s size, scope and defined timelines require community support from multiple sources.

Operations: A way to assist with the ongoing operational needs of programs or organizations that are essential for delivering services to the community but are still seeking funding to sustain their work.

Special Projects: A way to support vital projects and programs still seeking funding to be delivered to the community.

Please note:

2024 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund Grant Results

November 14, 2024

Guidelines and Criteria

To be eligible to apply for a grant, an organization must be a registered charity, a qualified donee as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada).

General Information:

Grant amounts generally start at $200, with most approved grants averaging between $2,500 to $20,000; however, while we aim to provide meaningful support, full initiative funding may not be possible.
The response time for proposals is typically 6 to 8 weeks, however, if we are unable to match your request to a donor, we will provide you with notification advising of such within a shorter timeframe.

Application Restrictions:

Organizations may submit only one proposal per project each calendar year to ensure a fair and efficient review process.
A limited number of Funds can consider such requests, depending upon the designation restrictions of the Fund, the amount the Fund is eligible to grant, and the philanthropic preferences of the Fund Advisor(s).
To protect the privacy of our donors, applicants will not know to whom the proposal was sent.

Fund Advisors have a deep commitment to the community, which is why the Fund was created. However, they receive several worthy proposals each month, so it is impossible to fulfil every request.

For support with multiple projects or broader fundraising efforts, please contact Jonah at  [email protected] to explore the possibility of setting up a fundraising campaign through a Flow-Through Fund.

How to Apply

Submissions are to be made by using our Online Grant Portal.
Create a login profile with your contact information and that of your organization.
Before applying, please review the application guidelines and take the Eligibility Quiz in the Online Grant Portal.
You will receive a confirmation email immediately after submitting your grant application. If you do not, please contact the Foundation.
The Foundation may request additional details if necessary.
Fund Advisors have a deep commitment to the community, which is why the Fund was created. However, they receive several worthy proposals each month, so it is impossible to fulfil every request.
The Foundation will inform applicants of its final decision by email. ([email protected])
All decisions regarding applications and interpretations of guidelines and policies are final.
The Foundation reserves the right to update and revise its program information at any time.

Application Checklist

To be considered a complete application, the following documentation must be received by the deadline:

The application will appear after completing the Eligibility Quiz if you are deemed eligible.

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