Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G.) 3.0 – 2025

Black Ideas Grant (B. I. G.)

3. 0 – 2025 is sponsored by Federation of Black Canadians. Provides flexible, one-year funding for Black-led, Black-mandated, and Black-serving organizations to combat anti-Black racism and improve social outcomes.

Black Ideas Grant (B. I. G.)

3. 0 2025 - Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) Black Ideas Grant (B. I.

G.) 3. 0 2025 Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) • Black Ideas Grant (B.

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0 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) B. I. G.

Online Information Sessions SMApply Application Portal Video Tutorials Community Selection Circles B. I. G.

– Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 Thank you for applying to the Black Ideas Grant (B. I.

G.) 3. 0 2025.

Applications are now closed. The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) is proud to launch the Black Ideas Grant (B. I.

G.) 3. 0, 2025.

This funding opportunity offers $ 8 million in investment to support Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving (B3) charitable and non-profit organizations across Canada. Our goal is to provide one-year flexible funding to initiatives designed to address the most pressing needs of B lack communities and improve socio-economic outcomes. What is Black Ideas Grant 3.

0? The Black Ideas Grant (B. I.

G.) 3. 0 is an initiative aimed at empowering B3 organizations to develop and lead projects where they address one of the three focus areas: Combatting Anti-Black Racism Improving Social Outcomes Improving Economic Outcomes We recognize the importance of programs that deliver real and measurable change within Black communities.

Whether you are addressing systemic barriers or enhancing community well-being, B. I. G.

3. 0 provides the financial resources you need to make a lasting impact. To be eligible for funding, your initiative must: Be Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving (B3) organization Be a registered charity, incorporated non-profit, or an unincorporated non-profit or a group working with an incorporated partner.

Address at least one of the focus areas and align with the Sustainable Development Goals and Social Determinants of Health. Be based in Canada and completed by March 31, 2027. Note: Unincorporated organizations or groups may apply in partnership with an incorporated B3 organization.

Grant Amounts and Streams: We invite eligible B3 organizations at various stages of development to apply for one of three funding streams: Core Stream: Up to $30,000 to support core and operational needs unrelated to programming. Catapult Stream : Up to $80,000 to invest in new or to expand existing programs and services. Community Spaces Stream : Up to $200,000 for capital projects and social infrastructure.

Choose the stream that best aligns with your organization's needs and stage of development. Applications open on October 1st, 2025, and close on November 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM PST. The online application portal is accessible here .

We strongly encourage applicants to review our guidelines, FAQs, and application questions before starting their application.

To help you through the application process, we offer the following: English Webinar #1: October 7, 2025 @ 3:00pm ET - Webinar Registration - Zoom French Webinar #1: October 9, 2025 @ 3:00pm ET - Webinar Registration - Zoom English Webinar #2: October 14, 2025 @ 7:00pm ET - Webinar Registration - Zoom French Webinar #2: October 16, 2025 @ 7:00pm ET - Webinar Registration - Zoom Oral Submissions : If required, applicants can submit their applications orally by booking a meeting between October 13 and October 31, 2025.

Limited spots are available. 1:1 Coaching Calls : You can book a personalized coaching call with one of our program managers between October 13 and October 31, 2025. *Limited spots available.

For detailed eligibility information, please visit our Guideline, FAQs, and Application Questions pages. All applications will be reviewed by a panel of Black community members, known as the Community Selection Circles (CSC). Successful applicants will be notified by March 31st, 2026.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact our team at [email protected] We are here to support you on your journey to making a positive impact on Black communities across Canada. B. I.

G. – Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 Download Application Guide B.

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0 Download Core Grant Stream Application Questions Download Catapult Grant Stream Application Questions Download Community Spaces Grant Stream Application Questions B. I. G.

– Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 Download Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) B. I.

G. – Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 FFBC provides Oral Application support for applicants who require this accommodation.

Appointments are available from October 13–31, 2025. Prior to booking, applicants must review and sign the Disclaimer form and submit a copy to [email protected] in advance of their scheduled meeting. The booking link for Oral Application appointments can be found within the Disclaimer document below: B.

I. G. – Black Ideas Grant 3.

0 Join the Foundation for Black Communities for an online information session regarding the Black Ideas Grant: 3. 0, 2025. This offering represents a significant investment of $8 million to acknowledge and support solution-oriented initiatives led by Canada's Black communities.

This inaugural program will fund some of the immediate and direct needs of Black communities and give valuable insights for future funding programs. In these webinars, the Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) team walks you through: Who can apply and eligibility requirements What types of projects and organizations we fund How to strengthen your application before the deadline Key tips from our Program Managers and Q&A highlights B.

I. G. – Black Ideas Grant 3.

0 In case you feel you need a specific coaching session; you can book a coaching call with one of our program managers. Coaching sessions will be available during the period of October 13 to October 31, 2025. *Limited spots available.

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– Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 The following videos provide step-by-step tutorials to guide you through the Black Ideas Grant (B. I.

G.) 3. 0 application process.

How to apply for B. I. G.

3. 0 How to apply as a previous applicant How to Register on SMapply B. I.

G. – Black Ideas Grant 3. 0 FFBC is a first-of-its-kind institution, and our goal is to understand, recognize, and celebrate solutions-making in Black communities.

But first, we need the voice and expertise of all Black communities. Our unique approach embraces a Participatory Grantmaking Process —a process grounded in interconnectedness and shared improvement. This approach places significant emphasis on the knowledge, creativity, experiences, and ideas of those closest to the desired outcome of programming.

All grant applications will be reviewed by Black community members – FFBC's Community Selection Circles (CSC). Thank you for your interest in joining our Community Selection Circles! Applications are now closed.

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