PLEASE READ: We’re working on updating our sponsorship program for fiscal year 2025-26 which starts on April 1, 2025. With that, we’ve decided to hit PAUSE on accepting applications under the Community Festival and Events Program. The application form under the Community Purpose Program will remain open until further notice.
In the spirit of transparency, we will be moving away from two (2) funding programs and will only offer one (1) program. The application process for this program will be available starting on January 22, 2025. We will offer application windows four times per year instead of the existing three times per year. Noting that fiscal year 2025-26 will be a transition, we want to make this change as smooth as possible. For 2025, all community initiatives taking place between May 1 – September 31, 2025, will have a deadline of March 15, 2025 to apply for funding. Thank you for your continued interest in working with Atlantic Lottery and allowing us to help make Atlantic Canada a better place for all.
Please note: We’re working behind the scenes to make updates on our sponsorship program, and we have paused the application process for this program. Please check back on January 22, 2025 for more information.
This program is designed to provide financial support to community initiatives across Atlantic Canada with the goal of strengthening the region. Examples of our Community Purpose focus areas include community well-being, innovation and business advocacy.
Applying for Community Purpose
We accept applications for this program year-round. Please allow 6-8 weeks for your application to be reviewed. Click here to apply.
While we love supporting Atlantic Canadian events and initiatives that meet our guidelines, some restrictions do apply. We do not currently have programs that fund:
Cash or merchandise donation requests
Grants, scholarships or bursary programs
Education institutions or programs
Religious institutions or organizations
Trade shows
Individual initiatives
Individual sport or recreational teams/groups
Travel expenses, trips or tours
Advertising for fundraising or event support
Personal family gatherings or friends events
Unregistered, not-for-profit groups
Political organizations and candidates
Lobby or advocacy groups
Vehicles, recreational or equipment purchases
Professional societies
Debt reduction or operating expenses
Events outside of Atlantic Canada
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