Grants

Artists and arts organizations

Financial resources are available to individual artists and arts organizations in the following disciplines:

• Theatre
• Dance
• Music
• Literary arts
• Film and new media
• Visual art and craft

The Grants to Artists and Arts Organizations program has the following goals:

• To support the artistic development of individual artists.
• To support arts organizations in fulfilling their mandates.
• To contribute to the grown and sustainability of the St. John's arts community.
• To improve the well-being of the community.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. The deadline is the final Friday in November. Only one request per individual, group or organization will be considered in a fiscal year.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Individual Artists Application

Arts Organization Application

Capital grants to community groups

Capital grants support non-profit groups and organizations seeking financial assistance for the construction, expansion or renovation of a facility. The facility must meet a demonstrated need in the areas of recreational, culture or other community service.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. The deadline is the final Friday in November. Only one request per individual, group or organization will be considered in a fiscal year.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Capital Grants to Community Groups Application

Community groups and organizations

The City of St. John's supports non-profit groups and organizations seeking financial assistance. We will consider supporting educational, multicultural, recreational or inclusive programs and services. Activities must take place within the city.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. The deadline is the final Friday in November. Only one request per individual, group or organization will be considered in a fiscal year.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Community Groups and Organizations Application

Heritage Financial Incentive program

The City of St. John's aims to conserve significant heritage resources including buildings and streetscapes. The Heritage Financial Incentives Program assists property owners to maintain designated heritage buildings and homes. Properties in the City's Heritage Areas will also be considered.

Two types of grants are available through this program:

• Heritage Maintenance Grant - for the maintenance and repair to façade elements abutting a public street. A grant of up to 25 per cent of the material and labour costs will be available to a maximum of $1,000 per building, per calendar year.
• Heritage Conservation Grant - for the preservation, restoration and/or replacement of façade elements abutting a public street. A grant of up to 25 per cent of the material and labour costs will be available to a maximum of $5,000 per building, per calendar year.

Applications are available online and must be submitted to the City between March 1 and May 1 for the following calendar year. Once a grant application is approved, Council may waive associated permit fees.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Heritage Financial Incentive

Application

Heritage Financial Incentive Program Application

Housing Catalyst fund

The Housing Catalyst Fund allows the City to be a catalyst for practical and collaborative projects that produce tangible housing solutions. Any incorporated entity with an affordable housing project or program idea can apply. Your anticipated project start date should be within the first three to four months of the new year. Applicants can apply for up to $10,000 per project.

For information and deadlines:

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Housing Catalyst Fund

Application

Housing Catalyst Fund Application

Meetings, conventions and sporting events

The City of St. John's supports non-profit groups and organizations seeking financial assistance to host meetings, conventions, and sporting events within the city.

The meeting, convention, or sporting event must have at least 75 percent of delegates, athletes, coaches, and/or officials from outside the province, in order to be considered eligible.

Application

Applications must be received at least 14 days prior to scheduled travel in order to be considered eligible.

Meeting, convention and sport events application

Special events and festivals

The City of St. John's supports non-profit organizations producing events of one or more days that take place in the city. Events should:

• Generate economic activity
• Showcase and develop cultural assets
• Enrich the life of the community
• Enhance community engagement
• Appeal to a varied audience

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. The deadline is the final Friday in November. Only one request per individual, group or organization will be considered in a fiscal year.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Special Events and Festivals Application

Sporting groups and organizations

The City of St. John's supports non-profit organizations that:

• Enhance participation primarily in youth sport
• Maximize the use of facilities within the city

To be considered, a provincial sport governing body must sanction your group or organization.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. The deadline is the final Friday in November. Only one request per individual, group or organization will be considered in a fiscal year.

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Sporting Groups and Organizations Application

Youth sport travel

Travel funding is available to youth who are residents of St. John's and who won the right to take part in amateur championship sporting events. Funding for such travel is restricted to Atlantic, national or international events.

Youth are up to 29 years of age and registered or attending a secondary or a post-secondary institution.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. 

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Applications must be received at least 14 days prior to scheduled travel in order to be considered eligible.

Youth Sport Travel Application

Youth non-sport travel

Travel funding assistance is available to youth who are residents of St. John's and are travelling out of province to attend formally sponsored symposiums, conferences, seminars, competitions, etc. The event should broaden horizons in education, culture, or social or political interests.

Youth are up to 29 years of age and registered or attending a secondary or a post-secondary institution.

Each applicant must complete and submit an application form with the required attachments. Please review the policy and procedures before applying. 

For information and deadlines

Contact Access St. John's 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) or email: Community Grants

Applications

Applications must be received at least 14 days prior to scheduled travel in order to be considered eligible.

Youth Non-Sport Travel Application