Nechako-Kitamaat Development Fund (NKDF) Society – Funding Programs
Funder
Nechako-Kitamaat Development Fund (NKDF) Society
Deadline Details
Four intake windows per year (January, March, July, October). Upcoming deadline is July 31, 2024.
Funder Organization Type
- Non-Governmental Organization or Society
Regional Limitations
This is a regional program and only supports communities in its service area.
(See the Map)- Kitamaat Village
- Southside
- Nee Tahi Buhn Band
- Cheslatta Carrier Nation
- Skin Tyee Band
- Village of Burns Lake
- Ts'il Kaz Koh
- Lake Babine Nation (Woyenne)
- Stellat'en First Nation
- Village of Fraser Lake
- Nadleh Whut’en Band
- Fort Fraser
- District of Vanderhoof
- Saik’uz First Nation
Eligible Community
- Kitamaat Village
- Southside
- Nee Tahi Buhn Band
- Cheslatta Carrier Nation
- Skin Tyee Band
- Village of Burns Lake
- Ts'il Kaz Koh
- Lake Babine Nation (Woyenne)
- Stellat'en First Nation
- Village of Fraser Lake
- Nadleh Whut’en Band
- Fort Fraser
- District of Vanderhoof
- Saik’uz First Nation
Regional Limitations
Yes (See the Map)Required Community Contribution
Funding Stacking Restrictions
No
Professional Input Required
No
Specific Eligibility Requirements
Other Eligible Applicants
Indigenous OrganizationsNon-governmental Organizations / Not-for-Profits
Type of Funding
- Grant
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Under $100 000
Description of Funding
Funding varies. The fund will not normally cover more than 50% of project costs. Check the website or contact the fund manager to confirm proposal deadlines and to make sure your project is eligible.
Percentage of Project Funded
50%NKDF can cover up to a maximum of 50% of the cost of a project.
Eligible Costs
EngineeringDesign
Planning
Capital Costs
Community Engagement
Equipment/Material Purchase
Project Management
Capacity Building for the Community
Training
Awareness and Education
Research and Development
Ineligible Costs
Any costs incurred prior to signing a funding agreementBuilding Purchase Costs
Administration Fees
Staff Costs
Land Acquisition
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Grants cannot be used to subsidize or compete with private enterprise.
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Grants cannot be used to pay wages of employees doing their regular jobs, including public works labour.
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Grants will not be approved if funding is normally available from other sources.
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Grants cannot be used for sponsorships, such as travel costs for teams and/or individuals to attend events or as prize money for festivals.
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Grants cannot be used to pay GST. (Grant funds can be used to pay for PST, but not GST).
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Projects that are already in progress.
Reporting Requirements
Progress reports and final reports
Expected Timeframe for Funding Decision
2 monthsApplications are reviewed and considered by the Board at quarterly Board meetings. Generally, Board meetings take place 6-8 weeks following the application deadline and applicants can expect to be notified within a week following the Board meeting.