Application resources

Registered charities can apply to seek funding for up to $4,000 for their proposed project

The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada (CGFC) launches Grants twice per year. The CGFC was designed to provide funding to help develop and expand programs in Canada that support grieving children and their families. The CGFC also aims to support research and innovation in children’s bereavement.

Eligibility

A not-for-profit registered charity in Canada or affiliation with a not-for-profit registered charity in Canada.

Application review process

The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada will review all applications submitted by the deadline.

All project proposals will be evaluated with consideration of the following criteria:

• The proposed project meets all guidelines for the grant.
• The proposed project will have a substantial impact on the children’s bereavement sector.
• The applicant has a budget that is realistic for the work plan.
• The applicant outlines the mechanism and the timeline for project evaluation.
• The proposed project will consider issues around inclusion and accessibility for participants.
• The proposed project has the potential for sustainability.
  
  

Eligible and Ineligible expenses

The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada Grant can provide funding for up to a maximum of 1 year per project.

Funding may be used for:

• Salaries and benefits for staff involved in the project planning, execution and/or evaluation;
• Resources and materials e.g. marketing and promotion, training, rent, professional service fees;
• Administration costs (not to exceed 15% of total eligible project expenses);

Funding cannot be used for:

• Harmonized Sales Tax (HST);
• Budget deficits;
• Religious and/or political activities;
• Capital, start-up or ongoing operation costs, expenses, furniture, computers;
• Projects outside of Canada;
• Salaries for non-project-related staff;
• Activities that may result in an infringement of rights protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code and all applicable laws;
• Membership fees or fundraising activities;
  
  

How to submit a grant

The CGFC Grant applications open twice per year – Spring and Fall.

All submissions must be submitted via our online form – new for 2025!

Applications are due on September 19th 2025, at 4pm EST.

Apply now!