COVID-19 Emergency Support for Community Organizations

Applications open for new $350 Million Emergency Community Support Fund

Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada, Ottawa, May 19, 2020

The Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada today launched calls for applications for the new Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF). The Fund is a new $350 million investment by the Government of Canada to support charities and non-profit organizations serving vulnerable populations who are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. Community organizations can apply starting today. The funding, which was initially announced on April 21, 2020 by the Government of Canada, is a much-needed boost for community-based organizations who have seen demands for their services increase dramatically since the start of the pandemic.

The Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada look forward to continuing to work together to support locally-led efforts in the fight against COVID-19 in communities from coast to coast to coast. Together, the organizations are working to ensure that rapid relief reaches those that need it most.

Quick Facts:
1. The Canadian Red Cross Emergency Support for Community Organizations will be delivered through two main programs:
Granting Program for Non-Profits 
2. Preventing Disease Transmission Training and Equipment Program for non-profits, registered charities, and qualified donees

More information on the programs through Canadian Red Cross, can be found on redcross.ca/communityorganizations or by calling 1-866-221-2232

Links included to application process here:
https://www.redcross.ca/about-us/media-news/news-releases/applications-open-for-new-350-million-emergency-community-support-fund