Application Guidelines
Consideration for the Community Investment Fund is given to those applications that meet the following criteria:
- Applicants are community-based, non-profit, volunteer, public service, or charitable organizations
- Proposals focus on at least one of the focus areas described below
- Applicants serve the Powell River community
Consideration cannot be given to those applications:
- Where only one individual benefits
- Where funding supports travel costs
- Where funding will be used for operation costs
- Where the project is for-profit
- Where the primary purpose of the project is to promote a specific religious, social, or political point of view
- That represent a conflict of interest for Westview Agencies, specific programs which are considered to be controversial, or where Westview Agencies considers the issue to be one that our members may have significantly divergent views
Fund applications related to the following focus areas are welcomed:
Access and inclusion: These projects increase access to opportunities that contribute to the ability of individuals and communities to fully participate in the local culture and an enhanced quality of life. Examples could include arts and culture and recreation programs.
Community learning: These projects improve the accessibility of learning opportunities and address education, learning, or training gaps in our communities - especially for those with special needs or barriers to learning. Projects could include workshops or education/training seminars.
Economic revitalization: These projects improve the economic well-being of individuals and communities. Projects could include poverty reduction; housing; organizational and community capacity building; and social enterprise (non-profit organizations operating a business)
Community transformation: These projects engage citizens, neighbourhoods, and organizations in our communities. Projects could include programs that support volunteering, community work, or empowering residents to help make our communities the best they can be.