REGINA — Applications are now being accepted for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ (MMIWG+) Community Response Fund.
There is $800,000 in funding available for projects that advance violence prevention efforts and foster safety for Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit people, their families and communities.
Applicants can apply for up to $40,000 for dedicated projects that enhance awareness, safety and empowerment within Indigenous communities. In 2023-24, the funding was fully allocated among 23 applicant projects.
This grant program is open to:
- Local, grassroots Indigenous groups and Indigenous non-profit organizations;
- Non-profit organizations and municipalities seeking authentic partnerships with Indigenous communities; and
- Non-Indigenous non-profit organizations with Indigenous involvement and whose primary programs/services benefit First Nations or Métis clientele.
Of the $800,000 available, $400,000 is provided by Women and Gender Equity Canada.
The spring deadline to submit applications is May 31. For full eligibility requirements, to submit an application, or view a list of previously funded projects, visit saskatchewan.ca.
