Community Investment Fund (CIF)

The CIF will provide support to local governments and non-profit community based organizations for initiatives such as festivals, national events, volunteer recognition events and community growth initiatives.
  • Regional Development Corporation
Overview of the Community Investment Fund (CIF) program:

The CIF will provide support to local governments and non-profit community based organizations for initiatives such as festivals, national events, volunteer recognition events and community growth initiatives. The Community Investment Fund has three funding categories: 1. Community Growth Initiatives 2. Community Events & Festivals 3. Indigenous-led Community Events Additional Resources: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/rdc-sdr/pdf/CommunityInvestmentFundGuidelines-2024-25.pdf

Benefits of the Community Investment Fund (CIF) program:
  • Community Growth Initiative
  • The minimum contribution is $500 and the maximum contribution towards a project is $20,000 (combined or individual).
  • Contributions of $7,500 or less do not require matching funds. All combined or individual contributions greater than $7,500 will be reimbursed up to 75% of eligible costs.
  • Community Events & Festivals and Indigenous-led Community Events
  • The applicant must submit a proposed budget and program of activities for the event.
  • The maximum contribution is $10,000 and the level of assistance is based on the events total eligible expenses identified in the proposed budget for the activity.
Eligibility criteria of the Community Investment Fund (CIF) program:
  • Not-for-profit incorporated organizations;
  • Incorporated charitable organizations; and
  • Municipalities, Regional Service Commissions and First Nations communities.
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