Non-profit organizations in Dawson City have until April 15, 2026, to apply for funding through the Government of Yukon’s Community Development Fund. The program provides financial support for initiatives that create long-term economic and social benefits for territory communities.
This specific intake, known as the Tier 2 application round, is for projects requesting between $20,001 and $75,000. Successful applicants can receive funding covering up to 90 per cent of their total project or event costs. Eligible groups include registered non-profit societies, charitable organizations, municipal governments, and First Nation development corporations.
Local groups have found success with these grants in the past. For example, the Dawson City Music Festival Association previously secured $73,195 to construct a community recording studio. More recently, the Dawson City Community Radio Society received $13,857 to upgrade broadcast equipment. This investment ensures the station can maintain 24-hour service, which supports the Dawson Emergency Control Group by providing vital messaging during floods and forest fires.
Across the territory, the government recently awarded $452,290 to support 13 different community projects. Organizations interested in the current funding opportunity must submit their proposals through the government’s online portal before the 4:30 pm deadline on April 15.
In addition to territorial funding, the City of Dawson offers its own community grants, which are supported by the community lottery program. Those applications are reviewed three times per year, with upcoming deadlines on May 15 and September 15.
