We often help organizations with projects that need equipment, furnishings, computer supplies, etc., but also contribute to programs initiated by an organization. Each grant is determined on a case by case basis.
Eligibility
We award funding to not‐for‐profit organizations or agencies as opposed to individuals.
Requests for funding are normally considered for the following:
- Community health, benefit and advancement
- Education and youth programs including educational awards
- Community organizations and groups providing assistance to those with special needs
Please Note: Grants for travel expenses are not provided to school clubs or sports teams.
Annual and Multi‐Year Donations
The Rotary Club of Nanaimo prefers to award funding annually as opposed to multi‐year commitments.
Geographic Scope/Limitations
Funding awarded by the Rotary Club of Nanaimo is generally used to directly benefit those residing within the Regional District of Nanaimo.
Recognition
We request that recipients of our funding acknowledge the Rotary Club of Nanaimo in any public means normally used by the recipient of the donation, including public events, news release, website, social media and print materials. When it is appropriate, items of property acquired with funds from the Rotary Club of Nanaimo will be marked with the Rotary emblem and/or the name Rotary Club of Nanaimo. We may send out a news release to the media in addition to publicity by the recipient of funding.
Time Frame
Approved grant applicants will be notified by email.
Contact
Please forward requests or inquiries to rotaryclubofnanaimo@ gmail.com