The Municipality of the County of Richmond recognizes the importance of volunteer organizations and the value of engaged citizens. Community partnerships and collaboration between local government, organizations and residents are major factors in community sustainability and growth. A progressive, welcoming and prosperous lifestyle can and will impact future population and economic growth initiatives. The Municipality of the County of Richmond wishes to support community growth efforts which align with municipal priorities and current strategies.
Eligible community organizations:
- may apply for assistance through more than one grant program providing the applications pertain to separate and distinct projects, programs or initiatives.
- are encouraged to plan projects and activities well in advance, giving the Municipality ample time to properly budget and approve applications prior to project commencement.
- take into account 6 - 8 weeks for processing.
Grants
Type 1 |
Infrastructure |
| 50% of costs, Maximum of $5,000 per application | |
Type 2 |
Start Up Activity |
| 50% of costs, Maximum of $500 per application | |
Type 3 |
Recreation / Sponsorship |
| C1 - Physical Activity | |
| 50% of costs, Maximum of $1,000 per application | |
| C2 - Instructor/Facilitator Development | |
| 50% of costs, Maximum of $500 per application | |
| C3 - Sponsorships | |
| Maximum of $500 | |
| C4 - Canada Day | |
| Maximum of $3,000 per district | |
Type 4 |
Regional/Health/General |
| Maximum of $10,000 | |
Type 5 |
Strategic/Council Priorities |
| Maximum of $10,000 |
Policy
pdf Read our (1.00 MB) Grants Policy
Application Forms
pdf Download the Grant Application Form (1.52 MB)
Assistance & Contact Information
For inquiries and assitance please contact Danielle Martell, Community Development & Special Projects Officer.
Please forward your applications to:
Danielle Martell
Community Development and Special Projects Officer
P.O. Box 120, 2357 Highway 206
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0
Telephone: 902-226-3982 Fax: 902-226-0295
Past Grant Recipents / Funding Contributions
To view grant recipents and funding contributions click on this link: Funding Contributions