Prospera Grants

Prospera Grants is sponsored by Prospera. Prospera is a nonprofit economic development group that provides small business grants, mentoring, and business planning support to Hispanic entrepreneurs.

Prospera Foundation | Prospera - Local Banking Means More Member notice: Due to ongoing political tension between Cuba and the United States, effective June 6, Visa and Mastercard credit cards and bank or credit union issued debit cards will not be accepted as payment in Cuba . If you are visiting Cuba and require assistance, please contact the Canadian government’s Emergency Watch and Response Centre for consular assistance.

Member notice: We will be performing routine maintenance on Wednesday, May 28, from 3:00 a. m. to 8:00 a.

m. PT. During this time, some of our services like telephone banking and Interac eTransfers may be intermittently unavailable.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Member notice: Please be aware that some branches on May 6th will be closing early. Agassiz and Sardis branches will be closing at 3pm, and all eastern lower mainland branches, including Sunwood and Burquitlam, will be closing at 4pm.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact our Member Service Centre at 1 888 440 4480 if you require assistance. Knowledge is power.

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Prospera Foundation charitable grants Strengthening our local communities The Prospera Foundation is one of the largest credit union foundations in Canada and supports local programs and projects that help make our communities stronger and more inclusive places to live. The Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and Senior Executives of Prospera Credit Union and is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Established in 1992, the Foundation has contributed more than $5. 8 million in financial support to local organizations. With over $9.

1 million in assets, the Foundation receives all its capital from the credit union and income earned on this capital helps fund donations to a variety of charitable organizations in our communities each year.

The Foundation supports charitable projects and programs in the areas of: We contribute to the growth of the local business ecosystem in our communities Back to work or career transition services Optimizing local business presence in communities We support charities offering preventative wellness services We provide our community with the foundations to reach their goals Applicants must hold charitable status with the Canada Revenue Agency and operate in, or benefit community members within one or all of the 11 communities Prospera serves.

The Prospera Foundation accepts applications once per year, during our annual intake period from April 1 to May 31. Given budget limitations, some programs or projects are beyond the granting scope of the Foundation regardless of their merit. However, we'll ensure that every application is reviewed carefully and evaluated against set criteria to ensure funds are invested carefully.

Application period opens on Do Some Good Early April Submission deadline End of May Board meeting Early September Applicant notified of funding decision End of September Grant disbursement October Prospera Foundation Grant Partners Archway Community Services Dress for Success (Kelowna) Mackie's Place Youth Social House Sher Vancouver LGBTQ Friends Society University of the Fraser Valley In 2025, Prospera focused on the power of local by supporting community charities beyond financial contributions.

This included connecting organizations with practical resources, shared expertise, and broader networks that complement traditional grant funding. We invite you to explore the stories, impact, and outcomes of our charity partners. View the 2025 Foundation Report Call our Member Service Centre Fill out our contact form View branch locations or find an ATM