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Deaf Community Foundation of B.C.

Empowering Your Vision: Apply for Grants and Funding Today, Benefiting Deaf British Columbians, Alumni, and Students!

Deaf Community Foundation of British Columbia - http://deafbcfoundation.ca/

Our Mission Statement

“Through the growth and stewardship of permanent endowment funds and the distribution of income to a broad range of eligible organizations, the Deaf Community Foundation of B.C., in meeting community needs, provides philanthropic leadership to improve the quality of life for all Deaf British Columbians especially Deaf B.C. Alumni and Deaf Students in British Columbia.”
 
Deaf Community Foundation of British Columbia (DCF – 1999)

Our Vision

Since its inception in 1999, the Deaf Community Foundation of British Columbia (DCF) has been dedicated to supporting, promoting, and encouraging the development of projects that benefit Deaf British Columbians. This website's aim is to provide updates and to offer grants or funding for programs, activities, and events.

Looking for Grants?

DCF is in a position to provide grants and funding for a variety of projects, programs, and activities. Browse on our website and see what funding is available and past granted projects and such.

Are You Qualified?

If you are not sure if your project is qualified for funding, please check our guidelines to help you research for eligibility.

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Associations or Organizations with charitable registration numbers and other qualified applicants under the income tax act can apply for funding. Funding may be granted, for example, for Arts and Culture, Literacy, Educational Workshops, Women's Issues, Health and Welfare, Youth Activities, Information Network, Advocacy, and others.

How To Apply for Funding

Applying for funding from the DCF is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps to get started:

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Step 1: Check Eligibility

First, make sure your project or organization is eligible for funding. We provide grants to projects that benefit Deaf British Columbians. Check our guidelines for detailed eligibility criteria.

Step 2: Prepare Your Application

Once you know you're eligible, gather all necessary information and documents. You will need to provide details about your project, including its goals, budget, and how it will benefit the Deaf community.

Step 3: Submit Your Application

Fill out our online application form or download a PDF version to complete and mail. Make sure to submit your application before the deadline.

Step 4: Wait for a Response

After submitting your application, the DCF board will review it, which will take up to 12 weeks (please submit at least 12 weeks prior to your project’s start date to allow time for the DCF to review your application). We will contact you if we need more information and notify you once a decision has been made.

If you have any questions or need our help, please contact us. We are here to help you through the application process.

Good luck with your application!

 

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Applicants are welcome to submit their proposals at any time throughout the year.

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Objectives:

Promote well-being, enhance activities, preserve heritage.

Funding Areas:

Funding may be granted for various purposes, such as arts and culture, literacy, educational workshops, women's issues, health and welfare, youth activities, information networks, advocacy, and other areas.

Eligibility:

Charitable organizations with fifty-one percent (51%) of the board members should be Deaf.

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Application Process:

1. Check Eligibility: Review guidelines.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather necessary information.
3. Submit Application: Send 12 weeks before your project starts.

Contact:
president@deafbcfoundation.ca
Deaf Foundation of BC
9625-153A Street, Surrey, B.C. V3R 4J1

Want to Learn More About How to Get a Grant from Us?

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Recipients:

British Columbia Scholarship Trust
Canadian Deafblind Association British Columbia
British Columbia Deaf Sports Federation
British Columbia Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf
BC School for the Deaf - Alumni Assocation
Greater Vancouver Association of the Deaf
And More!

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Online Grant Application Form


1. GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICANT ORGANIZATION

2. MAIN CONTACT INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICANT ORGANIZATION

3. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

4. APPLICATION SUMMARY

5. RERESENTATIVES
When submitted, you certify that the information given on this form and in any documents attached is correct.
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