Can we meet with the Foundation before submitting a grant request?
Our policy is not to meet with potential grantees/partners before they submit their requests, for capacity reasons. Please submit your letter of intent through our application portal. We may contact you afterwards.
Does the Foundation conduct site visits as part of the application process?
No, site visits are not part of the assessment unless staff consider it necessary.
Our organization does not have a registered charity number. can we still apply?
No, we can only accept grant requests from registered charities or qualified donees.
What language can I submit a proposal?
The Foundation is pleased to receive requests in French and English.
What is the average amount per grant? Is there a range the Foundation considers?
There is no pre-established limits for grants. The Foundation makes larger long-term grants as well as smaller short-term grants. You can consult our past grant pages for a better idea of the possible range of funding.
Keep in consideration that the Foundation receives hundreds of grant requests every year and has a limited budget. Unfortunately, we cannot accept every request.
What amount should I request?
This is entirely dependent on the project for which you seek support. Please specify an amount, as required in the application process.
Do you consider multi-year request?
Yes, we consider both single year and multi-year requests.
Can my organization apply for more than one grant per year?
As a general rule, the Foundation grants one grant per organisation per calendar year.
Can I apply for a project that has already begun?
Applications to fund an initiative that has already taken place or is already taking place may be considered but are likely to be declined. The Trottier Foundation does not fund projects retroactively. However, we may fund a project that has not yet started but which forms part of a larger initiative already underway.
Can my request be sent by mail, fax or email?
No. We now require all applications to be submitted online.
What kind of files should be attached during the application process?
You may submit all documents you deem necessary. This may include:
Annual reports;
Financial statements;
List of the members of your Board of directors;
etc.
My application was previously rejected, am i still eligible to apply?
Yes. We encourage all grantees to apply.
How does the Trottier Foundation determine the merits of an application?
We review all applications against various assessment criteria. There is no one right approach. We attempt to consider whether the project is evidence-based and in line with science based thinking, the organization’s background and track record, project leadership, tangible outcomes, the impact the project will have, measurable benefits to the community, innovativeness, time frame, budget questions such as amount and much more.
Can we mail or email additional information?
No. Please provide or update additional information using our online process.
When can we submit a grant at the last minute?
No. The Foundation cannot accept last minute grant applications. We require time to properly evaluate and assess your application- this can take a few months.
Do you accept grant requests for an organisation’s operating expenses?
Yes.
Where can I learn more about your 2030 climate funding commitment?
The Trottier Family Foundation is committing $150M to addressing the climate crisis by 2030. This funding will be used to increase the impact of the Foundation’s existing Climate program. To learn more about this commitment and our priority funding areas, we invite you to read our Climate Commitment Update & FAQ and our Climate program page.
I heard about TFF’s $150M climate commitment. How can I apply for funding?
Our $150M climate commitment will be disbursed mainly through our existing Climate program. This program uses both proactive and reactive philanthropy to support work addressing the climate crisis. For our proactive philanthropy, our funding allocations have already been set and we are not actively looking for new partners or initiatives to support.
All reactive funding applications must be submitted through our online portal. We encourage you to read the Climate, and Granting Process pages to familiarize yourself with the application process and our funding priorities before you submit an application.
There are no deadlines to apply – we accept review funding applications all year round. Please note that the entire grant request process, from the moment the letter of intent is submitted to the moment the Foundation informs the applicant of their decision, can take three to six months, depending on the size and nature of the application.