Community Development Fund

📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations registered in Yukon - Indigenous governments and organizations - Municipal governments and regional authorities - Community associations and societies - Social enterprises with community benefit mandates - Cooperatives operating in Yukon communities - Educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities) - Health and social service organizations - Must be legally established and in good standing ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Coverage: Up to 90% of eligible project costs - Matching Requirement: Minimum 10% cost-sharing from applicant or other sources - Grant Type: Non-repayable grant (not a loan) - Funding Range: Not specified in description; verify with program administrator - Cost-Sharing Options: Cash contributions, in-kind donations, volunteer labor, or third-party funding accepted - Disbursement: Typically provided upon project completion and submission of receipts/documentation ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Infrastructure development and improvements - Equipment purchases for community facilities - Program delivery and service expansion - Training and workforce development initiatives - Event planning and community engagement activities - Technology adoption and digital infrastructure - Environmental and sustainability projects - Economic diversification initiatives - Social enterprise development - Planning and feasibility studies - Professional services (consulting, design, engineering) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Projects must deliver long-term sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukon communities - Applicants must demonstrate clear community need and impact - Grant funds cannot substitute existing program funding or replace core operational costs - Detailed project proposals with timelines and budgets required - Progress reporting and milestone tracking throughout project delivery - Final reporting with outcomes, financial reconciliation, and impact assessment mandatory - Funds must be expended within approved project timeline - Projects must comply with territorial and federal regulations - Eligible organizations must maintain non-profit or public benefit status - Preference given to projects with Indigenous participation or community co-design elements - Audit rights reserved by program administrator