The North Bay and Area Community Foundation (NBACF) has announced it will be providing over $65,000 to support local charities.
The money is part of the ongoing partnership with the Community Foundations of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada and the Canadian Red Cross, funded through the Government of Canada’s $350M Emergency Community Support Fund.
It’s the second round of funding throughout the country, which aims to support vulnerable populations affected by COVID-19.
“As infection rates start to rise again in communities across the country, ongoing support is vital in the fight against COVID-19,” says Kate Merritt-Dupelle, Executive Director. “Local charities and non-profit organizations are pillars in this community. For over six months, they have been working tirelessly to support those who need it most but the reality is, they’re struggling with increased demand at the same time as revenues have decreased. We’re thrilled to be able to flow additional emergency funding their way through the ECSF but we also see the need for stabilization support for the sector, so they can continue their good work in our community over the long haul.”
Initially announced in April, the Emergency Community Support Fund is part of a broad series of response measures by the Canadian Government. NBACF awarded over $156,000 to 13 area organizations earlier in the pandemic.
NBCAF is now accepting applications for the second round of funding. The deadline to apply is October 30.
Grants can be used for a variety of purposes, including to cover staffing or resource needs, purchase assistance and more. Charities and community organizations are invited to visit the foundation website at nbacf.ca for eligibility and application details.
