Funding Opportunities Through WSC
The Purple Leash Grant
The application period is now closed. Keep an eye on your inboxes for news of the next round. For more information on the scope of the program, click here.
Shelter Ready Fund
We’re sorry to share that the Shelter Ready Fund is closed for the foreseeable future.
New Opportunities
Canada Community Security Program
The Canada Community Security Program (CCSP), previously the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP), opened on October 1, 2024 and is now accepting funding applications on an ongoing basis. Shelters serving victims of gender-based violence are an eligible organization to apply for funding.
The RONA Foundation’s Build From the Heart Campaign
From February 16 to March 13, 2026, the RONA Foundation will allocate $1,000,000 to seven organizations in support of a major construction or renovation project aiming to improve living environments or facilitate access to housing for victims of domestic violence and their children, low-income families and people with disabilities or mental health issues.
Ongoing Opportunities
Grants through the Canadian Women’s Foundation
The Canadian Women’s Foundation has regular grant cycles for which VAW shelters and transition houses are eligible. You can search their programs here.
CharityVillage’s List of Funding Programs for Nonprofits
CharityVillage has a list of ongoing funding opportunities for funding from government, foundations, and corporate programs available here.
FCM Sustainable Affordable Housing
(These funds are currently paused, but we hope to provide more information on their renewal soon) The Federation of Canadian Municipalities has a granting program with four different themes: Planning, Study, Capital (new), and Capital (retrofit). This program is outlined in more detail in our National Capital Funding and Financing Table.
Google Ad Grants
For non-profits to raise awareness, attract donors, and recruit new volunteers using Google search ads. Google Ad Grants shows your message to people searching for nonprofits like yours. Each qualifying nonprofit has access to up to $10,000 per month in search ads. More information here.