Innovation Grants

About this program

Innovation Grants provide seed funding for novel initiatives that significantly contribute to the strength and vibrancy of the Jewish community with tangible and measurable impact. Programs may be funded for one-time completion within one year or over two years, focusing on supporting vulnerable populations, Jewish identity and culture, or building organizational capacity.

What this program funds

The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal administers Innovation Grants to provide seed funding for novel initiatives that strengthen and build vibrancy within the Jewish community. The program supports initiatives with tangible and measurable impact.

Registered Canadian charities, non-profit Jewish communal organizations, non-profit organizations serving predominantly Jewish populations, and Federation CJA affiliated organizations are eligible to apply. The program focuses on Quebec communities with Jewish populations, including Montreal and other cities in the province.

Grants support three priority areas: supporting vulnerable populations, Jewish identity and culture, and building organizational capacity. Programs may be funded for one-time completion within one year or over two years. Maximum funding is 50,000 CAD per grant.

The program operates on an annual cycle. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle are now closed. No deadline for future cycles is listed in the source.

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