COQUITLAM, B.C., August 26, 2025 – Local non-profits that serve Coquitlam residents will soon have the chance to apply for funding through the Spirit of Coquitlam Grant program.
The fall intake period will open Tuesday, September 2 at 8 a.m. and will close on Monday, September 29 at 11:59 p.m. Full details are available at coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant.
Online application forms will be available on the web page once the intake period opens.
Get Support with Your Application
A free webinar will be hosted by the Grant Coordinator to help potential applicants understand the grant criteria, application process and requirements, and set them up for success.
- Date: Wednesday, September 10
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Register to attend the webinar
Groups are encouraged to visit coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant to explore resources that can help answer questions about the program. They can also contact the Grant Coordinator at CommunityGrant@coquitlam.ca or 604-927-3571 to discuss their application.
Investing in Community Spirit Since 2002
Since the program launched, the City has awarded more than $10 million to 275 community groups – helping to bring programs, events and services to life in Coquitlam.
Grants are awarded twice a year and support projects that:
- Take place in Coquitlam
- Primarily benefit Coquitlam residents
- Align with the City’s strategic priorities
- Are sustainable beyond the grant funding
Applicants must be registered not-for-profits in good standing with the City. Funding is not guaranteed and is based on available funds and evaluation criteria. Priority may be given to groups that have not previously received funding.
Timing for Grant Application and Awards
The City will review grant applications in the fall, with Council approval and announcement of the successful applicants and funding in December 2025.
The spring intake will open February 2026.
About the Spirit of Coquitlam Grant Program
The Spirit of Coquitlam Grant Program was created in 2002 to assist local organizations in meeting their mandates and community goals. Since 2002, the City has awarded more than $10 million in Spirit of Coquitlam Grants to 275 different community organizations. The program is funded with Casino Host Agreement revenue. Full details are available at coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant.
Media Contact:
Darryl Lal
Manager, Business and Innovation
604-927-3587
CommunityGrant@coquitlam.ca
Grant Coordinator:
604-927-3571
CommunityGrant@coquitlam.ca
We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ (HUN-kuh-MEE-num) word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-KWET-lum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (kat-zee), and other Coast Salish Peoples.