We can provide funding to Canadian qualified donees as defined by the CRA so long as their work aligns with the funding priorities set out in our program areas. For municipalities and journalism organizations, please reach out to our team at info@trottierfoundation.com before beginning the eligibility quiz.

Note: at the moment, we cannot provide funding to non-qualified donees (NQDs).  

We do not fund applications that: 

• support capital campaigns  

• support hospitals and universities that do not already have an existing partnership with TFF.  

• support partisan political activities, 

• fund academic research or individual researchers, 

• support the advancement of religious beliefs, 

• address organizational emergencies or reduce budget and operating deficits, 

• fund for-profit organizations, including private schools, 

• sponsor events or conferences, fund attending events and conferences, unless it is part of a larger project that aligns with our program areas.  

Our funding programs each have their own set of exclusions. We encourage you to review the program pages before submitting an application. 

Generally, we do not re-review rejected applications. However, you are welcome to submit a new application for another project, so long as it aligns with our funding priorities and your organization meetings the eligibility criteria listed above.  

To provide a fair review process to all applicants, we do not meet potential grantees before they submit their requests.  

We encourage you to read the program pages to learn more about our funding priorities. If you still have questions, you can email info@trottierfoundation.com.  

As a general rule, we only review one application per organization at a time. Submitting multiple concurrent applications will delay the response time and should be avoided.  

Yes, so long as the organization’s activities align with our program funding priorities.  

No, we do not have regular application deadlines. We review applications on a rolling basis, and our review process can take several months. 

Occasionally, we may issue a request for proposals (RFP) for specific projects or funding themes. In those cases, the deadlines will be clearly listed on our website and in the online portal. 

No, we cannot accept urgent or expedited applications. We need sufficient time to review and assess every request carefully, which can take several months. Please submit your application with enough lead time for us to conduct a full review. 

We encourage you to request an amount that reflects the needs of your project.  

While we do not have set minimum or maximum funding limits, an average grant typically ranges between $50K-$200K per year, for one to three years. Applications for higher amounts or longer timelines may require additional review time.  

You may find it helpful to review our past grants to get a sense of the range of funding we provide. Please keep in mind that we receive hundreds of requests each year and have a limited budget, so we are not able to fund every application. 

Yes. 

You can submit your proposal in English or French. 
 

Most of the information you need will be submitted directly through the application form. To see all the questions in advance, you can review our sample application.  

In addition to the form, you must attach: 

• Your organization’s audited financial statement for the previous year. 

• If applicable, the audited financial statement of the implementing partner you are working with. 

You may also optionally attach: 

• Your organization’s Annual Report. 

• One other supporting document of your choice. (Note: This optional document should not introduce new information that is critical to your funding application.) 

All applications must be submitted using our online portal. Applications sent using another method will not be considered. 

No. All application materials must be submitted using the online portal. Please note that once an application has been submitted, it cannot be re-opened and no additional documentation can be provided. If we require additional information, a member of our team will contact you. 

Details about your current grant — including payment schedules and reporting requirements — are outlined in your Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). You can also view this information in the online portal by logging in and visiting the Awards section. 

Note: If you have not yet created a portal account, you will need to complete the eligibility quiz to set up your profile.  

If you have an active grant, you can reach out to your assigned TFF staff contact with any questions, updates, or challenges related to your project. Your assigned TFF staff contact is listed on your MOU.  
 
If you are unsure who your contact is, please email info@trottierfoundation.com and we will connect you with the appropriate person. 

All renewal requests are assessed on the same basis as new applications. Please ensure your final report has been submitted before applying for renewal.