Community Micro-Grants Program Application Form
🎉 One-Time Grant Opportunity! 💰 Up to $2,500 available. 📅 Deadline to Apply: September 9th, 2025 (Limited number of applicants will be awarded funding). Please Note: Applications will be scored using a rubric, with priority given to new and innovative projects. Ineligible or incomplete applications will not be considered for funding.
Applicant Information
Community groups, individuals, community focused businesses or early-stage non-profit organizations can apply. Applicants must demonstrate a clear connection to the Black community they intend to serve.
Name of Applicant
First Name
Last Name
Name of Organization (if applicable)
Organization Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Applicants must identify as a person of African descent and be a resident of Nova Scotia. How do you identify?
African Nova Scotian (having ancestral ties to at least one of the 50+ historic ANS communities)
African Canadian
Caribbean
African
Black
Other (please explain) ___________________________
Are you a resident of Nova Scotia?
Yes
No
Are you a current active member of ABSW?
Yes
No
Name of Project Leader (if different from above)
First Name
Last Name
Email (if different from above)
example@example.com
Phone Number (if different from above)
Please enter a valid phone number.
Address (if different from above)
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Project Information
The project must be led by members of the Black community and directly benefit the Black community. The project should focus on healing, wellness, and/or addressing issues related to gender-based violence. The project must take place within Nova Scotia.
Project Title
For example: Thrive Together Project
Project Location (Where will your project take place?)
For example: Shelburne
Project Description (Please describe what your project is about and what you hope to achieve. Keep it simple and clear)
Project Goals (What are the main goals of your project?)
Maximum of 2 paragraphs
Explain how your project could address gender-based violence (if applicable)
Maximum of 2 paragraphs
Describe how your project is new or innovative
Maximum of 2 paragraphs
Does your project directly serve members of the Black community?
YES
NO
Target Community (Who will benefit from your project? Please describe the community or group(s) you aim to reach)
For example: Whitney Pier
Target Audience (Who is your intended audience for this project? Please specify any key demographics, interests, or characteristics)
For example: Black Youth between the ages of 11-15
How many people do you anticipate your project will reach?
For example: 15 participants
Is this a one-time event or a recurring event? Please explain if recurring, how often it will take place.
For example: once a week for 4 weeks
Project Timeline and Reporting
Applicants will be required to submit a final report and any additional documentation within 30 days of project completion. All projects must be completed by April 30th, 2026
Estimated start date:
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Estimated completion date:
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Budget
Applicants can apply for a one-time grant amount up to $2,500. Funding will be determined based on the project's capacity and needs. There will be a grading rubric, which will consider the following criteria: Alignment with program goals, Helps the Community, Clear Plan, Creative or Innovative Ideas, Collaboration, Inclusivity, Community Support, and Need for Funds.
Total amount requested (up to $2,500)
Please note that you may not receive the exact amount requested due to various factors such as budget constraints or adjustments based on evaluation criteria.
Budget Breakdown (Please list the main estimated costs for your project)
For example: Materials $200, Supplies $300, Facilitator Fees $400, Venue $300, Food $500
Funding (Have you recieved an ABSW Micro-Grant in the past?)
YES
NO
Other Funding (Are you receiving any other funding for this project? If yes, please provide details)
Any additional information you would like to provide (optional)
Declaration
I confirm that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
If you have any questions, please contact abswmicrogrants@gmail.com
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