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Indigenous Reconciliation Fund

In 2021, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops announced its intention to create the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund. This fund further demonstrates the Catholic Church's commitment to Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island - and provides financial support for community-driven projects that promote healing, reconciliation, and lasting change for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples. The IRF is a national project, with input at the local Diocesan level.

The Diocese of Hamilton is welcoming applications for a third round of funding between October 1st - November 30th, 2024 that fit one or more of the areas below.

Please contact reconciliationfund@hamiltondiocese.com or the Office of Justice and Peace with any questions about the application process.

Download the infographic (PDF).
Indigenous Reconciliation Fund Application

HEALING AND RECONCILIATION FOR COMMUNITIES AND FAMILIES

Project outcomes are clearly tied to providing healing support for communities and families related to the legacy of residential schools and/or racism and systemic discrimination.

CULTURE AND LANGUAGE REVITALIZATION

Project outcomes are clearly tied to promoting knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures and languages.

INDIGENOUS SPIRITUALITY AND CULTURE

Project outcomes are clearly tied to promoting dialogue and understanding of Indigenous spirituality and culture with elders, spiritual leaders, and youth.

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY-BUILDING

Project outcomes are clearly tied to education and community-building within Indigenous communities and between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

Review Criteria

Applications will be reviewed by an advisory council that makes recommendations for approvals. Evaluation criteria include:

  • Adherence to one of the four target areas above;
  • Diocesan geographic coverage;
  • Demonstrated need documented within the application form;
  • Sustainability of the project activities beyond end of funding. (This could be a “Phase 1” for a larger project);
  • Collaboration involved in implementation.

Collaboration and innovation is encouraged through this fund. Applications must be submitted by a nonprofit, registered charitable organization. The next round of applications will open in October, with a funding cap of $75,000.

The Diocese of Hamilton encompasses the regions of Hamilton, Halton, Waterloo, Wellington, Brant, and Bruce-Grey.

 

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Indigenous Reconciliation Fund