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NGOtf

NGO Training Fund

About the NGOtf

The NGO Training Fund (NGOtf) strengthens the operational capacity of Yukon-based non-profit organizations by funding short-term training activities. The training must be offered to the volunteers, Board members, staff, etc of an organization) and have lasting benefits to the organization.

NGOtf is funded by the Government of Yukon Department of Economic Development and administered by Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon (VBY). Funding applications are reviewed by the NGOtf Allocation Committee.

NGOtf Dates

FALL INTAKE SPRING INTAKE
Application deadline
including all required documentation
September 18 March 19
Decision by Allocation Committee/Notification by VBY September 30 March 31
Project dates October 1 - March 15 April 1 - September 30
Final Report deadline
Within 3 weeks of project completion

Funding

The maximum eligible NGOtf funding for any request, regardless of joint application status, is $5,000 per project AND 

The maximum eligible NGOtf funding for any organization applicant is $5,000 per fiscal year.

NGOtf is funded by the Government of Yukon Department of Economic Development and administered by Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon (VBY). Funding applications are reviewed by the NGOtf Allocation Committee.

Eligible Applicants

  • Any Yukon-based non-profit organization in compliance as a registered Yukon Society.
  • An applicant can apply for funding in both intakes, but funding cannot exceed $5,000 in the same fiscal year.

Ineligible Applicants

  • Individuals, businesses and governments;
  • Clubs, organizations and associations that are not registered or not in compliance with Yukon Societies;
  • Religious organizations.

Eligible Training

Any short-term training activities that enhance the skills, abilities, processes, and resources required by the team to realize the mission and goals of the organization.


Examples of training topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Team management and succession planning
  • Volunteer management
  • Recruitment and retention
  • Financial management
  • Information management
  • Communications & marketing
  • Strategic planning

Examples of training session types  include, but are not limited to: 

  • Workshops
  • Learning presentations
  • Instructor-led lectures
  • Facilitator-led planning sessions
  • Group/team discussions or activities
  • Hands-on training

Eligible expenses

  • Professional fees for facilitators/ trainers
  • Training expenses (eg. venue rentals, supplies, printed materials)
  • Travel expenses between Yukon communities (not to exceed 50% of the total budget requested from NGOtf)

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online Application Form and submit  it to VBY by the deadline. Contact VBY if you require a hardcopy of the application to complete. 

Are you looking for a Professional/ Consultant?

VBY maintains a directory of individuals and companies that have expressed interest in assisting non-profit organizations. Many of these consultants offer discounts to NGOs. See professional consultants list to learn about their particular areas of specialization.

The NGO Training Fund is funded by Yukon Government’s Department of Economic Development and administered by VBY.