Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
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Education Savings Community Outreach – Call for Proposals
Funding available from the Education Savings Community Outreach contribution program assists organizations to develop outreach projects designated to:
- encourage low-income Canadians to save for their children’s post-secondary education
- access education saving incentives—such as the Canada Learning Bond and Canada Education Savings Grant
- increase their financial literacy
The maximum amount of funding available for each project is $750,000 over a period of no longer than three (3) years.
Funding is provided on a cost-shared basis. The Government of Canada provides up to 75 per cent of total eligible project expenses. Your organization must contribute at least 25 per cent of the total project value in cash and/or in kind.
Funding is subject to:
- the year-to-year budget considerations of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
- annual external audits
- the approval of funds by Parliament
- a satisfactory review by HRSDC of the project’s progress in meeting its objectives
Apply now - Open Call for Proposals
Eligible organizations are invited to apply for contribution funding of up to $750,000 per project over a period of no longer than three (3) years.
Deadline: March 19, 2010
- Step 1: Check eligibility: who can apply, eligible and ineligible costs
- Step 2: Check who will be involved: project manager, local enablers, and partners
- Step 3: Check approval process and selection criteria: application review process and assessment criteria
- Step 4: Prepare your application: application package and instructions
- Step 5: Submit your application: submission instructions, enquiries about the Call for Proposals, frequently asked questions, and service standards
- Follow up after you apply: contribution agreement and deliverables
