November 1, 2023

Civic Grants Applications for 2024 Accepted Now

Peachland, B.C. – Local non-profit organizations that contribute to Peachland’s quality of life can now apply for Civic Grants for 2024.

The purpose of Peachland’s Civic Grant program is to assist citizens in organizing themselves around community issues and projects by providing them with a grant of up to $1,000. Grants are for a one-year period, and organizations must apply each year for a Civic Grant.

An application for a Civic Grant may be submitted by any organization which:

• Has been in operation no less than 6 months in the District of Peachland.
• Is based in Peachland.
• Has membership from within the District of Peachland or surrounding areas.
• Has the majority of its members as voting members.
• Is in good standing with its licensing authority.
• Has made, at a minimum, an application to the Central Okanagan Foundation, and has received a written response from the COF, or any other granting organization.

Applications are due by 4 pm on Friday, November 24, 2023. Grant applications are considered by Peachland Council during 2024 budget deliberations. Programs and services will be evaluated on the basis of need, appropriateness, and demonstrated effectiveness. Approved grants are distributed after July 15, 2024. Find application forms at www.peachland.ca/civic-grants. Completed applications should be emailed to corporateservices@peachland.ca. Questions can be directed to Corporate Services at 250-767-2647.