Philanthropic Contest

What would your charity do with a $100,000 donation?

$500,000 donated to charities supporting people struggling with social issues such as homelessness, food insecurity, dropping out of school, addictions, violence, mental illness or isolation.

Registration period closed
event_available Finalists will be announced and voting will begin on November 4

4 grand prize donations of $100,000
8 donations of $10,000

The contest aims to support Canadian charities that work in the health, education, environment, or social services sectors. These charities can have a mission directly related to social issues or submit a related project.

12 charities will be selected and submitted to a public vote

expand_moreSelection Criteria

To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be registered with the Canada Revenue Agency
  • Operate in the health, education, environment or social services sectors
  • Aim to improve Canadians’ quality of life
  • Show that the donation would contribute to supporting people struggling with social issues.
  • Provide assistance to individuals – we are not looking for organizations that help other organizations
  • Demonstrate that the donation would be used for concrete initiatives starting in 2025 at the latest
Contest Rules (PDF)download 

Important dates

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September 10 to October 14

Contest entry period

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November 4 to 27

The 12 finalists are announced and public voting is open

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Week of December 9

The winners and donations are announced

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