Supportive Housing Capital Grant program

All registered non-profits directly involved in the property management or operations of supportive housing in Vancouver are eligible to apply for this grant.

For the purposes of this grant, capital improvements are defined as 'improvements to a capital asset that increase its value or function’.

Here are some examples of projects that could be eligible for the grant program:

Landscaping

• Urban agriculture (for example: planter boxes, trees, and other plantings for food security)
• Fences
• Shade enhancements
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor amenity equipment (for example: basketball hoop, barbecue, and so on)
• Outdoor amenity spaces (for example: gazebo, shed for carving or painting, and so on)
• External storage space
• Building painting
• Sculptures or art installations

Building amenities

• Awnings
• Window coverings internal or external (for example: curtains, blinds, or shutters)
• Fans or portable air conditioners 
• Indoor amenity equipment, such as:
  • Recreational equipment (for example: pool table, workout equipment, and so on) 
  • Furniture or amenities for common spaces
• Kitchen enhancements (for example: new appliances) 

Security improvements

• Garbage security or enclosure
• Lighting
• Enhancements for safe consumption space (for example: air scrubbers, cameras, or barn doors)

The 2024 SHCG program offers a maximum of $25,000 per application or non-profit society.

Matching funding

The applicant is not required to provide matching funding, but they must demonstrate that all project costs are accounted for.

Grant funds cannot be used for staffing costs, honoraria, or similar disbursements.

1. December 2023: Submit a statement of interest. Prepare a brief 1-page proposal for feedback and assistance in developing a supportable application. 
2. January 2024: Complete your application through VanApply.

• Learn more on how to get started with VanApply
• Watch a 20-minutes video with tips on using VanApply External website, opens in new tab

nformation icon While it is optional to submit a statement of interest, we encourage all organizations to submit a proposal to discuss their application and successful strategies with our staff.

Resources for applicants

• Review the applicant guide PDF file (355 KB)
• Review the information session presentation PDF file (2.2 MB)