Investment Readiness Program

Application period is now closed.

The Prince George Community Foundation is pleased to partner with the Bulkley Valley Community Foundation to offer eligible social purpose organizations in North and Central BC, including Haida Gwaii the opportunity to access funding through the Investment Readiness Program (IRP). For a complete map of the region covered by our Foundations please refer to the map here

IRP funding is open to a diverse range of organizations and businesses including charities, non-profits, co-ops and social enterprises, the program can provide $10,000 - $75,000 to create, manage, and expand social purpose organizations to become investment ready.

Federal Government Funding

The IRP is funded by the Government of Canada and aims to provide funding to help social purpose organizations become investment-ready. In 2019, the Federal Government announced a $50 million investment for the Investment Readiness Program (IRP), and based on that success, in 2021 announced another $50 million, renewing the program for another 2 years.

Program Guidelines Apply Now

For past recipients, please visit the Community Foundation of Canada's website here.

Contact the Prince George Community Foundation (2505627772) or Bulkley Valley Community Foundation (2508474356) today with questions.

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