CFAs: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ Community Response Fund (Canada)

The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ (MMIWG+) Community Response Fund offers financial support for initiatives that promote violence prevention and enhance safety for Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit+ people in Saskatchewan. Managed by the Government of Saskatchewan, this fund is open for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with applications accepted until all funds are allocated. Projects must be completed by 31 March 2027. The MMIWG+ Community Response Fund aims to support projects that address violence prevention and safety for Indigenous communities. It encourages activities that foster partnerships and community development, aligned with reconciliation efforts highlighted in the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls’ Final Report.

Eligible applicants include:

Ineligible applicants are individuals, unincorporated entities, and for-profit corporations. Projects must support violence prevention and safety for Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit+ people. Priority is given to: The fund addresses critical issues of safety and violence prevention in Indigenous communities, supporting impactful projects that align with broader reconciliation efforts. It enables communities to implement innovative solutions and build vital partnerships to create safer environments. What is the maximum funding available per project? Projects can receive up to $40,000 in funding. Who can apply for the fund? Eligible entities include Saskatchewan-based non-profits, First Nations, Métis organizations, and municipalities. What types of projects are eligible? Projects focused on violence prevention and community safety for Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit+ people are eligible. What is the application deadline? Applications are accepted until all funds are allocated, with projects needing completion by 31 March 2027. Can funding be used for operational costs? No, funding cannot cover core operational costs, out-of-province travel, or capital expenditures. Interested applicants should thoroughly review the official guidelines and prepare their applications in accordance with the fund’s requirements. For detailed instructions or specific inquiries, contact the First Nations and Métis Relations Unit at the provided contact information.