Africa Centre

Since the beginning of the granting process, 68 organizations have received a total of $2.6 million in SBCCI funding from Africa Centre to support their growth and mission. Grant applicants are aligned with one of 6 streams: Economic Needs, Economic Needs - Job Creation, Health & Wellness, Arts & Culture, Outreach & Inclusion, and Community & Education. The heaviest focus remains in Western Canada, while granting between the funding streams have been kept consistent.

Below is a snapshot of the funds distributed by Africa Center as just one of the four SBCCI Partners.

Percentage of Grants distributed to each funding stream:

The Grant administrators have maintained an even-handed approach to funding. As reflected in the data, each funding stream to date, has received an equal share of financial support.

Number of organizations supported in each province::

As a Grant fiduciary in Alberta, Africa Center’s efforts are focused in Western Canada. Supports however extend to Ontario which has larger concentrations of racialized communities.