THE BIG HEART GRANTS FOR NON-PROFITS
You’re ready for the world to know your mission.
But you’re budget (and team) is slim and you are so busy doing important work for your community that you don’t have a lot of time to show it off.
we like big hearts
We are giving away $15,000 in Big Heart Grants of Services to non-profits in 2024.
the brass tacks
3 Grants of $5000
FREE Communication Services
Applications Open January 1, 2024
Next Recipient April 30, 2024
Operating a non-profit is a lot of work. High marketing costs, slim operating budgets, and constantly-changing technologies can severely limit your ability to make a positive impact on your community.
Big Heart Grants are our way of giving back to those who have stepped forward to make a difference. We will select three non-profits in 2023 that we feel best embody the spirit and ideals of this initiative to each receive a $5000 Grant of Services. You can learn more about our selection process and application criteria by checking out the FAQ and How to Apply sections below.
It’s okay if you’re not a communications expert with a big budget. We will provide you with expert guidance and digital know-how to make your online presence match the passion and enthusiasm of your organization. These grants of services can go towards any of the services we offer, so you can focus on what you do best - helping people.
how you can use big heart
meet our past recipients
how to apply
Check If You Qualify
Read the rules & regulations to ensure your non-profit organization and project qualifies.
Complete Your Application
Gather all required information and build a show-stopping application!
Hit Submit!
Submit your proposal by filling out our easy online application!
projects will be judged based on the following
History
of the Nonprofit
Viability
of the project
Impact
on the community
who can participate?
Non-profits that:
Are locally managed & directed (Canada-wide)
Are currently operating in at least one of the following provinces: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, North West Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Have a minimum of 1 (one) employee
Have been registered for at least 1 year
Can present a track record of successful programs and projects that have had a positive impact on your community
FAQ
+ What kinds of projects qualify?
Grants of Services can be put towards any service Freshly Pressed currently provides in-house. Applicable projects include:
- New website builds
- Existing website upgrades
- Marketing campaigns
- Company branding or rebranding
- Social media campaigns & content
- Video or Photo content
- Online advertising (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, etc.)
While grants can be put towards the digital design of print materials such as business cards, mailers, and signage, the client will be responsible for any and all physical printing costs of these materials.
A website upgrade is designed to make your existing website more functional and attractive to a modern client. Upgrades may include the following services: graphic design, copy polish or replacement, photo or video content, and the addition of certain website applications such as email sign up windows or galleries. Please note that we are not able to provide website upgrade services for all website builders or platforms, so please check with us beforehand to determine if your website qualifies for an upgrade under this grant.
+ How will you select a winner?
We have formed a committee of community leaders that will choose the winning project based on the Big Heart grant of services selection criteria, which include but are not limited to:
The extent to which the non-profit meets all eligibility requirements
The degree to which the Grant of Services is deemed to have a compelling impact on the non-profit and the community
The quality of the applicant’s written description of why they should receive a Grant of Services and how it will be used.
Projects that are “camera ready” will be given precedence, well thought out applications with a defined strategy that is ready to hit the ground running will have a better chance of being chosen.
+ How do I know if my non-profit is eligible?
Your non-profit must be currently registered and have been operating for at least one year, with at least one employee.
+ Can I change my application after it’s submitted?
No. You cannot make changes once your application is submitted.
+ Can we submit more than one project?
No. You can only submit one application per quarter.
+ When will you announce the winner?
We will announce the winner of the Big Hearts Grant of Services in April 1st 2023.
+ How will we receive the grant of services?
We will reach out to you directly to schedule a Discovery Session to kick off your Grant of Services!
+ Can I find out why I wasn’t selected?
No. Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide this information anyone whose application was not selected.
+ Will you contact me after I receive my grant of services?
As part of being selected as a Grant of Services recipient, we'll contact you to schedule a Discovery Session. We may also contact you to gather stories or testimonials regarding the progress of the selected project and how the Grant of Services helped your non-profit and/or community.
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