Funding for Families
Below are information and resources about funding opportunities for families in BC.
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YANA Funding
YANA (You Are Not Alone) is a non-profit organization that provides funding and accommodation for families in the Comox Valley who need support for medical treatment for pregnant mothers and children under 19 years of age. YANA maintains four apartments near...
British Columbia Child Care Funding
The government of BC has benefits available for families in order to make child care more affordable. Parents under 25 or families that make less than $111,000 annually (before taxes) qualify for benefits. More information:...
Jordan’s Principle
Jordan’s Principle funds health, social, and education services to First Nations children. Jordan's Principle is open to individuals across Canada. In B.C. all children 0-18 years old with an identified need for health or social services are eligible. This fund...
CKNW Kid’s Fund
CKNW Kids’ Fund helps families across B.C. by supporting children living with physical, mental, and social challenges and providing grants for essential medical equipment, therapies, and programs for at-risk youth. CKNW accepts grants for individual families and for...
Doulas for Aboriginal Families
The Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program (DAFGP) is provided by the B.C. Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres, First Nations Health Authority and B.C. Ministry of Health. It provides up to $1,000,00 to Indigenous families residing in B.C. for doula...
Variety Charity Grant
Variety is a children's charity that provides funding to children in B.C. and the Yukon for medical care and services, mobility equipment, specialized therapies and education. They are currently accepting grant applications from families with an annual household...
Canada Student Grant For Students With Dependants
This Canada Student Grant is available for students enrolled in part-time or full-time studies at a designated post-secondary institution and has a child under the age of 12. Due to COVID-19, the monthly grant has increased and students eligible must qualify for...
Single Parent Employment Initiative
Single parents receiving income or disability assistance may be eligible to obtain a long-term job through the Single Parent Employment Initiative. Individuals can qualify for funded training if they have been on assistance for at least three months. More information:...
KidSport British Columbia
KidSport BC is an organization that provides funding to help families provide the opportunity for their children to join an organized sports team. The goal of KidSport BC is to remove financial barriers that may prevent some children from playing sports. Application...