Wawanesa Climate Champions: Local Grants (Canada)

Deadline: 5-Sep-24

Wawanesa Insurance is inviting you to join them in this continuous journey to build a safer, healthier, more sustainable future for the communities by applying for the Wawanesa Climate Champions: Local Grants.

Building on the success of the Wawanesa Climate Champions program, Wawanesa Insurance is proud to launch a new granting initiative to support organizations working on the front lines to improve climate resiliency in local communities across Canada.

Funding Information

A total of $250,000 in funding will be available, with each project receiving up to $25,000 to support local projects dedicated to climate adaptation and mitigation.

Eligible Projects

The project must:
- address a local challenge and be able to clearly describe how it will mitigate or adapt to climate change and build climate resiliency
- align to one or more of the pillars: Environmental Guardians, Community Protectors, Youth Stewards
- have measurable impact and broad community benefits
- include a project budget and timeline
- take place in Canada and will be completed within 12 months of receiving funding (Dec 1, 2024 to Dec 1, 2025)

Eligibility Criteria

Any of the following organization types may apply:
- Non-profit/charitable organizations
- Non-government organization (NGO)
- Indigenous communities
- Social enterprise
- Academic institution
- Municipal or provincial government entity

Ineligible

The following would not be eligible:
- Potential applicants
  - Individuals or individual pursuits
  - For-profit organizations
  - Religious organizations
  - Political campaigns, individuals, and parties that have political relations
- Projects/initiatives
  - Multi-year funded projects
  - Event sponsorship
  - Conferences
  - Endowment campaigns
  - Fundraising events
  - Playgrounds
  - Infrastructure (e.g. building equipment, bike cages, sheds, etc.)

For more information, visit Wawanesa Insurance.