Opportunity Title : Government of British Columbia Community Gaming Grants 2026

The Community Gaming Grants Program is a provincial funding initiative administered by the Government of British Columbia. Through the program, a portion of commercial gaming revenues is made available to eligible not-for-profit organizations operating in the province.

The funding is intended to strengthen community life by helping organizations continue programs and activities that respond to identified local needs. Supported organizations may operate at the local, regional, or provincial level, provided they meet the program's eligibility requirements.

For organizations that depend on grants and other external funding to maintain their activities, the program can provide valuable financial support for ongoing community-based programs.

Successful applicants may receive different maximum funding amounts depending on the scope of their organization:

• Local organizations: Up to $125,000 per year
• Regional or provincial organizations: Up to $250,000 per year

The amount an organization receives depends on factors such as its eligibility, program activities, financial circumstances, and the level of funding justified by the application.

Organizations should carefully review the applicable funding guidelines before applying to understand the maximum amount available to their category and program.

Applicants must generally be not-for-profit organizations operating in British Columbia and must demonstrate that their programs provide a direct benefit to the communities they serve.

In addition to the general requirements, organizations are expected to satisfy conditions relating to governance, membership, community benefit, financial need, and the nature of the program being funded.

Key eligibility characteristics include:

1. Not-for-Profit Status

The applicant must be an eligible not-for-profit organization. The organization should have an appropriate organizational structure and meet the program's requirements for nonprofit applicants.

2. Direct Community Benefit

The organization's activities must provide a direct benefit to the community. Applicants should be able to demonstrate how their programs address community needs and contribute positively to residents.

3. Open and Democratic Membership

Where membership applies, the organization should have membership practices that are open and democratic. This helps ensure that eligible community members have appropriate opportunities to participate in the organization.

4. Democratic Board Selection

The organization should have an open and democratic process for selecting its board or governing body. Applicants may need to demonstrate that their governance structure meets the program's requirements.

5. Demonstrated Financial Need

Organizations must demonstrate financial need for the funding being requested. Applicants should therefore provide appropriate financial information and explain why grant support is necessary to maintain or deliver their eligible activities.

6. Ongoing Program

The program for which funding is requested must already be ongoing when the application is submitted. This means the grant is intended to support qualifying existing activities rather than simply fund a completely new program.

7. Eligible Sector

The program must fall within one of the five eligible sectors recognized under the Community Gaming Grants Program. Applicants should verify that their activities fall within an eligible sector before submitting an application.

Interested organizations should begin by reviewing the official Community Gaming Grants Program information and confirming their eligibility.

Applicants can then proceed to the application website, complete the required application information, provide supporting documentation where required, and submit the application according to the program's instructions.