{"id":6184,"date":"2022-07-05T10:53:22","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T10:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcwealthmanagement.com\/en-us\/about\/community-events\/grants\/"},"modified":"2024-06-27T09:52:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-27T13:52:14","slug":"community-events-grants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcwealthmanagement.com\/en-us\/about\/community-events\/grants","title":{"rendered":"Foundation grants and sponsorships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-hero-block rbc-hero-wm rbc-hero-has-image-bleed rbc-hero-overlap rbc-hero-overlap-mobile rbc-hero-g6flz10v8 hide-mobile-energy-lines\"><style>\n\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient::before {\n\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(90deg, #023169 20%, rgba(94, 120, 131, 0) 60%);\n\t\t}\n\n\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bleed::before {\n\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(90deg, #023169 20%, rgba(94, 120, 131, 0) 60%);\n\t\t}\n\n\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bottom::before {\n\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(180deg, #023169 20%, rgba(94, 120, 131, 0) 60%);\n\t\t}\n\n\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8 .rbc-hero-energy-lines.rbc-hero-energy-lines-left {\n\t\t\ttransform: scaleX(-1);\n\t\t}\n\n\t\t@media (max-width: 991px) {\n\t\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient::before,\n\t\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bottom::before,\n\t\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bleed::before {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.rbc-hero-has-image-full.hide-mobile-energy-lines .rbc-hero-energy-lines {\n\t\t\t\tdisplay: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t.wp-block-rbcwm-hero-block.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient .rbc-hero-img-wrap::after {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient( 0deg, #023169 0%, rgba(94, 120, 131, 0) 25% );\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t.wp-block-rbcwm-hero-block.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bottom .rbc-hero-img-wrap::before,\n            .wp-block-rbcwm-hero-block.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient.rbc-hero-has-image-bottom .container .rbc-hero-img-wrap::before {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient( 180deg, #023169 0%, rgba( 94, 120, 131, 0 ) 25% );\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t.wp-block-rbcwm-hero-block.rbc-hero-g6flz10v8.is-style-rbc-hero-gradient .rbc-hero-card {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: #023169;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t}\n\t<\/style><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row no-gutters\"><div class=\"col-lg-7 rbc-hero-card-content\"><div class=\"rbc-card rbc-hero-card rbc-hero has-content\"><div class=\"rbc-card-wrap\"><div class=\"rbc-card-body\"><div class=\"rbc-hero-body-content\"><h1 class=\"rbc-hero-title\"><span>Foundation grants and sponsorships<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Through the RBC Foundation USA and our strategic partnerships with charitable and non-profit organizations, we help the communities where we live and work thrive. Let\u2019s make a positive impact together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"rbc-hero-img-wrap col-lg-5 order-2 order-lg-1\"><div class=\"rbc-hero-img bleed-img-right  rbc-hero-img-desktop-bottom-center rbc-hero-img-mobile-bottom-center\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.rbcwealthmanagement.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/child-with-chalkboard.webp?w=1600)\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block has-primary-background-color has-background b-primary\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-columns container wrap\"><div class=\"row blockId-c9880987-3096-44e5-b0d4-70ead0e5a944\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-6 mb-3 mb-lg-0 has-white-color has-text-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h1 mb-0 has-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-foundation-grants\">Foundation grants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-mini-accent bdr-accent my-1-half\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"paragraph-intro\">Ideas for People and Planet<sup>TM<\/sup><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-6 has-white-color has-text-color\">\n<p>The mission of RBC Foundation USA is to improve the quality of life in the communities where we do business. We do this by supporting non-profit organizations that make a positive difference in our communities and that have programs aligning with our funding ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our giving approach aims to support community needs while aligning with RBC\u2019s ambitions&nbsp;to equip people with the skills for a thriving future, drive more inclusive opportunities for prosperity and support the transition to a net-zero economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about our funding ambitions and how to apply below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-tk-tabs rbc-tab-expandable rbc-tab-medium rbc-tab-nav-between rbc-tab rbc-block-tab overlap-top overlap-bottom rbc-block-grey rbc-tab-flush\"><nav class=\"rbc-tab-nav\"><button class=\"rbc-tab-scroll-button rbc-tab-scroll-button-left rbc-d-none\"><div class=\"rbc-icon rbc-tab-scroll-button-icon\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"rbc-icon-img fas fa-angle-left\"><\/i><\/div><span class=\"sr-only\">Move left<\/span><\/button><div class=\"rbc-tab-scroll-wrap\"><ul role=\"tablist\" class=\"rbc-tab-items\"><li role=\"none\" class=\"rbc-tab-item\"><button aria-controls=\"givingguidelines\" aria-selected=\"false\" role=\"tab\" class=\"single-item rbc-tab-link\"><span class=\"rbc-tab-link-text\"><span data-id=\"0\">Giving guidelines<\/span><\/span><\/button><\/li><li role=\"none\" class=\"rbc-tab-item\"><button aria-controls=\"eligibility\" aria-selected=\"false\" role=\"tab\" class=\"single-item rbc-tab-link\"><span class=\"rbc-tab-link-text\"><span data-id=\"1\">Eligibility<\/span><\/span><\/button><\/li><li role=\"none\" class=\"rbc-tab-item\"><button aria-controls=\"applicationsanddeadlines\" aria-selected=\"false\" role=\"tab\" class=\"single-item rbc-tab-link\"><span class=\"rbc-tab-link-text\"><span data-id=\"2\">Applications and deadlines<\/span><\/span><\/button><\/li><\/ul><\/div><button class=\"rbc-tab-scroll-button rbc-tab-scroll-button-right rbc-d-none\"><div class=\"rbc-icon rbc-tab-scroll-button-icon\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"rbc-icon-img fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/div><span class=\"sr-only\">Move right<\/span><\/button><\/nav><section class=\"wp-block-tk-blocks-tabs\">\n<div data-tab-id=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-tk-tab-content active\"><section class=\"rbc-tab-content-wrap\"><div id=\"givingguidelines\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"rbc-tab-expandable-content rbc-tab-content\"><div class=\"rbc-tab-content-body\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block rbc-block-grey has-block-grey-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"row blockId-cf4ca775-dea7-4d59-9fba-6ffb12d1476c\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-8\"><div class=\"wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-giving-guidelines\">Giving guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#equip\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#equip\">Equipping people with the skills for a thriving future<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#drive\">Driving more inclusive prosperity in our communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#support\">Supporting the transition to a net-zero economy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"anchor\" tabindex=\"-1\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"equip\"><strong>Equip people with the skills for a thriving future<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Advanced technologies are creating millions of rewarding careers, but livelihoods are also being displaced and industries dislocated by the rapid shift in skills required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>We aim to support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build in-demand skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide work experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with credential building<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, we support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build diversified skills in trades, artificial intelligence, technology, agriculture, health care, sustainability skills, emotional intelligence and business acumen, cultural and creative fields<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support re-skilling and upskilling through education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide access to in-demand skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer mentorship or internship opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build and expand professional networks to grow and sustain career development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support entrepreneurial expertise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help youth bridge the gap between school and work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help people facing barriers to complete high school and\/or enter and complete post-secondary education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support language learning specific to job requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Profile talent to match or expose individuals to new or expanded opportunities and experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We will not support: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>General language learning not specific to job requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other organizations\u2019 scholarships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sole funding for travel for end-user beneficiaries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Programs with unclear pathways to the future of work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job placements not related to intended career of participant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General volunteer opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Programs that are recreational and do not include skill development for job readiness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Programs that do not have clear pathways to sustained employment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salaries of internships at other for-profit companies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"drive\"><strong>Drive more inclusive prosperity in our communities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Widening disparities and concerns around affordability are impacting the resilience of our communities. We aim to support community investment partners that address this imbalance, either by responding to local needs or by addressing issues at a systemic level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We intend to support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create stability by addressing food security, housing stability and access to health services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase financial well-being by helping people build financial confidence and manage their current and future financial situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase accessibility of community spaces by funding the physical accessibility of newly constructed buildings, and\/or retrofitting of existing spaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, we support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve long-term access to healthy and affordable food to alleviate pressure on short-term emergency supports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve access to housing that is safe, secure, and affordable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable more inclusive health outcomes by removing barriers to relevant health supports and services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help people improve financial confidence through tailored financial education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate healthy financial habits through personalized coaching and counselling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help increase access to available benefits and tax credits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address unique barriers to appropriate financial services faced by specific populations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create easier access to buildings through installation of ramps, lifts and automated doors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create accessible restrooms, kitchens and workspaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide wayfinding signage or Tactile Walking Surface Indicators (TSWIs) in flooring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support outdoor spaces such as fully accessible trails, playgrounds or courtyards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accommodate wheelchairs and other assistive devices comfortably, such as by widening doorways and hallways<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update lighting and acoustics, to support individuals with visual or auditory impairments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide equipment designed to create accessible recreation or cultural experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We will not support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Long-term relief programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generic education or awareness programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large-scale housing development projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Land or easement purchase costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hospital equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General disease-based research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public and\/or partisan advocacy campaigns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct payments to individuals or businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generalized projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updates to single-family dwellings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paving of parking lots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General equipment purchases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"support\"><strong>Support the transition to a net-zero economy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Climate change and biodiversity loss are two of the biggest environmental challenges facing the planet, and the impact people are having on the environment is placing us on an unsustainable path. With this perspective in mind, we aim to support community investment partners that are helping to advance positive environmental change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We intend to support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advance climate change mitigation solutions that help reduce greenhouse gases (GHGs), boost energy efficiency and\/or promote decarbonization, particularly in the highest-emitting sectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advance nature-based solutions that work with nature, given its inherent ability to sequester carbon and contribute to climate adaptation and ecosystem resilience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase environmental sustainability of community spaces by funding capital improvements to reduce the carbon footprint or increase energy efficiency of a newly constructed buildings and\/or existing spaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, we support programs that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support capacity to drive clean technology solutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build capacity and provide services to help facilitate the decarbonization of buildings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote environmental sustainability across the food supply chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support the transition to environmentally sustainable transportation options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce waste and prolong the lifecycle of materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shift consumption patterns and lifestyle choices towards more sustainable ways of living<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conserve areas that are important for biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services, including those that generate third-party verified carbon credits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advance best management practices on working landscapes including farmlands, ranchlands and forests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance green infrastructure in urban settings to help address environmental challenges and support climate adaptation and resilience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create experiential learning opportunities that foster understanding, connection and stewardship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support the use of renewable energy such as through installing solar panels to generate energy from the sun<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support energy recovery such as by installing an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install environmental features such as a green roof or bio wall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conserve energy by updating windows or insulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with alternative heating and cooling, such as a heat pump or ductless air conditioning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conserve water, such as by adding low-flow plumbing fixtures, a rain sensor or insulating pipe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We will not support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For-profit clean technology or climate change mitigation solutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct payments or subsidies to individuals or businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct contributions into stewardship endowments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Land or easement purchase<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generic education programs with no experiential connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generalized projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updates to single-family dwellings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historic restoration projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upgrades to storage buildings or buildings not associated with community use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-us\">Contact us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-card rbc-card\" data-observe=\"{&quot;add&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up&quot;,&quot;remove&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up-from&quot;}\"><div class=\"rbc-card-wrap\"><div class=\"rbc-card-body\"><div>\n<p>If you have questions, contact our foundation grants administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<address class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-address mt-auto\"><a href=\"tel:+\" class=\"link-tel\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Phone<\/span><\/a><br\/><a href=\"mailto:fndapplications@rbc.com\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Email<\/span>fndapplications@rbc.com<\/a><\/address>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-tab-id=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-tk-tab-content\"><section class=\"rbc-tab-content-wrap\"><div id=\"eligibility\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"rbc-tab-expandable-content rbc-tab-content\"><div class=\"rbc-tab-content-body\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block rbc-block-grey has-block-grey-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<header class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-block-header row rbc-block-header\"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading rbc-block-header-title col-lg-12\" id=\"h-eligibility-requirements\">Eligibility requirements<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-block-header-description rbc-block-header-description\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/header>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"row blockId-beab900a-8db5-46a7-a966-f7a638cf170b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-8\"><div class=\"wrap\">\n<p>Before applying for a grant from the RBC Foundation USA, make sure your request meets these requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-organizations-must-have-the-following\">Organizations must have the following<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>501(c)3 registered public charity status for a minimum of three years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A minimum annual operating budget of $100,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located in a community where RBC Wealth Management has a business presence and has active community involvement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-generally-we-do-not-support\">Generally, we do not support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Endowment campaigns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multi-year commitments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Startup organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-foundation-grant-program-does-not-fund\">The Foundation Grant Program does not fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Individuals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports teams (unless they are a qualified donee)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political organizations or parties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private or corporate foundations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community foundations, unless for programmatic support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private (fee-based) elementary or secondary schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trade associations, advocacy organizations, chambers of commerce and professional organizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Religious or sectarian programs or purposes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Endowment or memorial campaigns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Golf tournaments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel-related costs or events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Theoretical research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizations with values, purposes, policies or practices in conflict with RBC values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-us-0\">Contact us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-card rbc-card\" data-observe=\"{&quot;add&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up&quot;,&quot;remove&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up-from&quot;}\"><div class=\"rbc-card-wrap\"><div class=\"rbc-card-body\"><div>\n<p>If you have questions, contact our foundation grants administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<address class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-address mt-auto\"><a href=\"tel:+\" class=\"link-tel\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Phone<\/span><\/a><br\/><a href=\"mailto:fndapplications@rbc.com\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Email<\/span>fndapplications@rbc.com<\/a><\/address>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-tab-id=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-tk-tab-content\"><section class=\"rbc-tab-content-wrap\"><div id=\"applicationsanddeadlines\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"rbc-tab-expandable-content rbc-tab-content\"><div class=\"rbc-tab-content-body\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block rbc-block-grey has-block-grey-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<header class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-block-header row rbc-block-header\"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading rbc-block-header-title col-lg-12\" id=\"h-applications-and-deadlines\">Applications and deadlines<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-block-header-description rbc-block-header-description\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/header>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"row blockId-aba7eb10-b9f3-405b-ba4e-010506ffc221\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-8\"><div class=\"wrap\">\n<p>RBC Foundation USA offers grants to non-profit organizations in locations where RBC Wealth Management has a business presence and has active community involvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please review our giving guidelines and eligibility requirements before selecting the appropriate application based on your location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/9c026900-bd33-4e51-8ad0-844dcbdb0890\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#givingguidelines\">Giving guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/9c026900-bd33-4e51-8ad0-844dcbdb0890\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#eligibility\">Eligibility requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-outside-the-minneapolis-st-paul-metropolitan-area\">Outside the Minneapolis\/St. Paul metropolitan area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Important update, our grant portal has changed, you will need to first create an account on the Blackbaud grant portal before you are given access to a new grant application. Select the <strong>Access a new 2026 grant application<\/strong> link to set up your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/9c026900-bd33-4e51-8ad0-844dcbdb0890\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access a new 2026 grant application<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/9c026900-bd33-4e51-8ad0-844dcbdb0890\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Return to a saved 2026 grant application<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-deadlines\">Deadlines<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>February 27, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>July 15, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-minneapolis-st-paul-metropolitan-area\">Minneapolis\/St. Paul metropolitan area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Important update, our grant portal has changed, you will need to first create an account on the Blackbaud grant portal before you are given access to a new grant application. Select the <strong>Access a new 2026 grant application<\/strong> link to set up your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/69924994-52a5-42b6-85da-df7b8bfd6bbb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access a new 2026 grant application<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com\/apply\/programs\/69924994-52a5-42b6-85da-df7b8bfd6bbb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Return to a saved 2026 grant application<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-deadlines-0\">Deadlines<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>January 30, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>June 30, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Funding decisions on all grant applications will be communicated within approximately 90 days of the deadline date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-us-1\">Contact us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-card rbc-card\" data-observe=\"{&quot;add&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up&quot;,&quot;remove&quot;:&quot;ani-opacity-up-from&quot;}\"><div class=\"rbc-card-wrap\"><div class=\"rbc-card-body\"><div>\n<p>If you have questions, contact our foundation grants administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<address class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-address mt-auto\"><a href=\"tel:+\" class=\"link-tel\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Phone<\/span><\/a><br\/><a href=\"mailto:fndapplications@rbc.com\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Email<\/span>fndapplications@rbc.com<\/a><\/address>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block has-primary-background-color has-background b-primary\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-columns container wrap\"><div class=\"row blockId-a173dd61-919b-4110-91b4-93a7ec78e118\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-6 mb-3 mb-lg-0 has-white-color has-text-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h1 mb-0 has-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-sponsorships\">Sponsorships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-mini-accent bdr-accent my-1-half\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"paragraph-intro\">Enhancing communities through strategic partnerships<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-6 has-white-color has-text-color\">\n<p>Through sponsorship opportunities, RBC Wealth Management enriches the communities we serve with charitable partnerships, including theatrical and musical performances, art exhibitions and strategic fundraising events. 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Sponsorships are separate from foundation grants because they include non-charitable components, such as cultural, educational or entertainment benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-sponsorship-guidelines\">Sponsorship guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>RBC Wealth Management sponsorships typically meet the following guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At least 80 percent of event proceeds must benefit a qualified charitable organization or effort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer premier visibility and opportunity for client or employee entertainment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Align with our business or marketing objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority is given to organizations and events with which our employees are actively involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority is given to organizations and programs that fit our three primary corporate funding focus areas: arts and culture, human services and youth education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All sponsorships are evaluated to make sure they meet outlined objectives and must be endorsed by an employee. Major sponsorships also require approval by management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-sponsorship-applications\">Sponsorship applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for a sponsorship, please&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rbc.sponsor.com\/\" class=\"link-external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit our application website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-rbc-block rbc-block rbc-block-grey rbc-footer-footnotes rbc-block-small has-block-grey-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row \"><div class=\"col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"row wrap blockId-15f0b13c-8892-405c-99e1-3e0e98983ef8\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbcwm-column col-lg-12\">\n<p class=\"is-style-caption has-dark-grey-color has-text-color\"><strong>Investment and insurance products offered through RBC Wealth Management are not insured by the FDIC or any other federal 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