Here is a listing of funding opportunities in HRM that Volunteer Services Staff are aware of and compiled into a Funding Opportunities Booklet.

The information is current as of November 2011. If any information is out of date, please contact Darren at hirtled@halifax.ca or 490-1946.

To download a PDF copy, click on the following link: Funding Booklet

We hope that you find this resource helpful.

A reminder about funding opportunities:

• Many projects depend more on mobilizing volunteers than on funding.You’d be surprised at how much you can accomplish without money
• Non-profit organizations get into trouble when they follow the funding instead of their mission. It is tempting to apply for a grant even when the grant criteria are not aligned with your mission. Resist the temptation and make sure the grant purpose matches your purpose.
• There is no free money. Grantors require commitment and accountability.
• You must work hard to accomplish the goals outlined in your grant application. Be sure to have the capacity - staff, volunteers, time, expertise and passion - to follow through.