Apply for Funding
Giving Where We Live & Work
Are you a charitable organization, institution or initiative working to strengthen your community? Learn more about how we make our funding decisions and apply below.
Applying for Funding
We receive numerous requests for funding each year. Unfortunately, we are not able to support every request. Priority is given to projects and initiatives that serve the communities within close proximity to our operations and align with our five key pillars.
Before applying, please review the funding guidelines below to ensure your project or initiative is eligible. Applications are prioritized based on program criteria and other factors, and therefore it is not possible to fund all applications received.
Generally speaking, organizations requesting support are anticipated to:
- Operate as an accredited, independent non-governmental organization, not-for-profit or charitable organization registered under the appropriate Income Tax Act (Canada/U.S.)
- Be based, or provide services, in one or more of our operating communities
- Have projects that include planned outcomes, supported by measurement
- Have audited financial statements, sound financial practices and/or a sustainable funding model
- Submit a written request for funding that aligns with West Fraser’s five key investment pillars
- Have a primary mission that is non-sectarian, non-religious, non-denominational, non-discriminatory and non-political
The following organizations and/or activities are not eligible to receive funding through our community investment program:
- Political, lobbyist or religious organizations
- Private events
- Individual fundraising efforts
- Exclusive organizations that limit or bar participation on the basis of race, religion, culture, gender or sexual orientation
To help us evaluate your request, complete the community investment application form, found below.
Funds provided to community investments typically range in value from a few hundred dollars to under $10,000. Please submit requests at least six weeks before your event or project. We will review your application and respond within 30 days.
Do you have specific questions about the online application form?