IMPACT DONATION REQUEST FORM

Impact donation intakes, which take place in February and August of each year, are intended to empower and enhance the vital work of the non-profit and social-profit sectors in the communities we serve. Donation payments are typically accessible within 30 days of the confirmation.

The current intake deadline is Feb 28, 2026. If you or someone you know needs assistance filling out the form or does not have access to the Internet or a computer, please call 604-834-4238 (during business hours) or email community@firstcu.ca for assistance.

While both members and non-members can apply for an Impact Donation, preference may be given to FCU members. Initiatives must align with one or more of our focus areas: diversity, equity & inclusion, environmental sustainability, and healthy local economies.

Criteria/Considerations

Applicants must be community-based/volunteer-run groups with a dedicated financial account OR a registered non-profit, charitable society or social enterprise operating within the communities we serve. That includes Bowen Island, Hornby Island, qathet Regional District and Comox Valley Regional District.
Applicants will be asked to provide a written overview of the project (a couple sentences/paragraphs) once completed and a few photos or videos. First Credit Union will use this information to report on the program to internal and external audiences through impact reports and social media posts.
Organizations that have received a branch donation are still eligible for an Impact Donation.
Initiatives must align with our areas of focus (listed above).
Applicants should describe the project details, including:
- Start and end dates.
- A budget outlining expenses and revenues (including contributions from any funding sources).
- Anticipated impact (e.g., how many people will be served or the intended systemic changes)
- Sustainability of the initiative. I.e., is this a one-time or a reoccurring initiative?
- Community partners. Are integral community partners involved? Does the initiative honour, build upon, or enhance current community assets?

Name of organization (avoid abbreviations or acronyms)*

Organization social media handles (e.g., @FirstCreditUnionBC)*

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Applicant Email*

example@example.com

Is this group or organization a member of First Credit Union?*

YesNo

If the recipient is a member of First Credit Union, please list the account number the funds can be transferred to. If the recipient is NOT a member, please provide a mailing address for a cheque to be sent OR an electronic funds transfer details.*

Account Number, Mailing Address or EFT Contact Info

What is the requested donation amount? Where appropriate, the impact donation committee will look for diversified funding sources and contributions from the organization.*

Please provide a brief overview of the initiative including a budget and timeline. (Feel free to use the upload file option below)*

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Though First Credit Union would ideally fully fund aligned requests, we regularly receive more requests than there are funds available. With this in mind, would your project or initiative be sustainable with partial funding if necessary?*

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Please upload any relevant documents (budgets, promo materials, letters of support, etc) here or email them to community@firstcu.ca

Please briefly describe how this initiative supports the organization to advance its mission and the intended impact (e.g., how many people will be impacted, from communities or demographics, and in what ways).*

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Please speak to the sustainability of this initiative. What are next steps? Who is involved? *

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Please briefly describe how this initiative aligns with FCU's impact focus areas of DEI, local economic development, and environmental sustainability. *

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As part of our commitment to showing FCU members the impact we can collectively achieve, we report out on impact donation activities. If provided the donation, can you commit to providing a wrap up email including photos or videos and a paragraph or two about the project. Please send to community@firstcu.ca. If your group runs into challenges along the way and/or needs to pivot from the original plan, we welcome you to reach out for support. We can support with suggestions for non-FCU funding sources, advisory support, and peer mentorship opportunities.*

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FCU Impact Donation Application