Sesquicentennial grant deadline approaching

The City of Kelowna Sesquicentennial Grant deadline is Monday, Oct. 31. This is the second and final intake for the City’s Sesquicentennial Grant. The grant is available to eligible non-profit organizations and provides matching funds of up to $15,000 to support community driven projects.

Successful Sesquicentennial Grant projects will have a lasting impact, reflecting the rich and diverse culture of Canada and Kelowna’s natural attributes. Eligible projects must align with at least one of the City’s Canada 150 identified themes:

• Embrace, preserve and celebrate the natural assets of Kelowna including the lake, trails, landscape and four season recreational opportunities;
• Celebrate cultural diversity and freedom;
• Empower our youth to shape the community they desire;
• Honour the history of our region and the prominent people and events that connect us;
• Recognize and celebrate the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous nations who continue to be an integral part of our community; and
• Lay the groundwork for innovation that will strengthen our community.

Click here for details on the Sesquicentennial Grant and to apply.