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Transforming Systems Grants | Vancouver Foundation Transforming Systems Grants Transforming Systems Grants Transforming Systems Grants (TSG) support organizations addressing the root causes of inequality and allow those most affected by unfair systems to shape their own futures . Status : Applications open on June 8, 2026. Download the application guide June 3, 10, 15, and 25: Online information sessions.
June 8: Stage 1 applications open online at 9am PT for both grant streams: Explore and Influence. July 6: Stage 1 applications close at 5pm PT. July-September: S tage 1 application review for both grant streams.
Mid- to late September: S tage 1 decisions shared by email to all applicants. September 10-October 19: Influence stage 2 applications open. October-November: Influence stage 2 application review.
Mid-December: Influence stage 2 decisions shared by email to all stage 2 applicants. Transforming Systems Grants (TSG) support organizations addressing the root causes of inequality and allow those most affected by systems that create unfair conditions to shape their own futures .
The grant’s funding supports efforts that influence one or more of the six conditions of systems change : policies, practices, resource flows, relationships, power dynamics, and mental models . The 2026 program includes two funding streams: Explore and Influence . They support organizations at different stages of changing systems: those beginning to explore root causes and those ready to test, deepen, or expand their influence.
TSG will award around $9. 5 million for the 2026 cycle. Explore grants — around 10 grants of up to $50,000 Influence grants — around 30 grants of up to $100,000 per year for up to three years To apply for TSG (Explore or Influence), your organization must serve a community benefit ( as defined by the federal government ) and meet one of the following criteria: Be a qualified donee operating in British Columbia.
Be a registered non-profit society that has been operating in British Columbia since January 1, 2025. Be a registered community service co-operative operating in British Columbia. If your organization received a Transforming Systems Grant in 2024, you are not eligible to apply again until 2027, which is the final year of your funding.
Each organization may submit only one application. This keeps the process fair and accessible because TSG uses randomized selection. If you have multiple funding requests, Vancouver Foundation staff are available to discuss which one is the best fit for TSG.
Explore and Influence grants Step 1: Read this guide, attend an information session, and take the online eligibility quiz. New applicants: Create a profile using the “Register Here” button at the top left of the portal. You can watch a short video on “How to Create a User Account” for guidance.
Forgot your password? Use the reset option on the login page and check your spam/junk folder for the reset email. Step 3: In the portal, go to the “Apply” section (top right) and select 2026 Transforming Systems Grants for the grant stream you wish to apply for (Explore or Influence).
Step 4: Complete and submit your Explore (full application) or Influence (stage 1) application by 5 pm PT on July 6, 2026 . A confirmation email from “ @smartsimple. ca ” will be sent after submission.
Step 5: Final Explore decisions and Influence stage 1 decisions will be emailed to applicants by mid to late September 2026. Influence grants (stage 2) If you are invited to submit an Influence stage 2 application: Step 7: Final Influence decisions will be emailed to applicants by mid-December 2026. Register to attend one of our information sessions to learn more about eligibility, how to apply, and connect live with the granting team.
Please note, you will need a Zoom account to register. June 3 at 12 pm PT — RSVP here June 10 at 11 am PT– RSVP here June 15 at 3 pm PT – RSVP here June 25 at 9 am PT– RSVP here A recording of the session will be posted later for those unable to attend.
Explore application questions Influence application questions Frequently asked questions (FAQs) TSG Influence case studies List of TSG awardees in 2025 If you have any questions about Transforming Systems Grants, please email us at [email protected] Support Vancouver Foundation Make a meaningful and lasting impact in your community with a donation today.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Charities and non-profits in British Columbia. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $100,000 a year, for up to three years Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 8, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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