Langley City cares about supporting residents and building a vibrant, inclusive community. Community grants help people and organizations deliver projects and events that make a real difference in our city.
Community Grants are funds and in‑kind support that Langley City provides to non-profit organizations and neighbourhood groups that serve City residents. These grants help bring community‑building events, projects, and improvements to life.
Funding comes from the Province of BC’s Host Financial Assistance Agreement—available because Langley City hosts a casino.
Community Grants help:
Improve quality of life for all residents
Support not-for-profit and neighbourhood-led initiatives
Encourage connection, inclusion, and local involvement
Strengthen programs and events that directly benefit people who live in Langley City
Align community activities with the City's strategic goals
Applications must be submitted online through our website by the posted deadline. Deadline is March 2, 2026.
Required Documents:
Completed online application form
Most recent annual financial statements or annual report (if applicable)
Proof of registered status (if applicable)
Organization's annual budget
Detailed budget for the requested grant
Late applications may only be considered if funding remains.
Council reviews each application using these criteria:
Demonstrated community need
Number of Langley City residents served
Quality of management and planning
Clear goals and outcomes
Uniqueness or complement to existing services
Number of volunteers involved
Financial need
Inclusion and accessibility (reducing physical, social, or perceived barriers)
Participation from community partners
Alignment with Langley City's strategic directions
Other funding sources obtained (government, corporate, fundraising etc)
Three groups can apply:
1. Registered Charities & BC Societies Eligible for up to $10,000 for:
Events
Projects
Capital expenditures
2. Neighbourhood Groups Eligible for up to $500 for neighbourhood‑building events that are free and inclusive.
3. Groups Seeking In‑Kind Support Organizations and neighbourhood groups may also request City in‑kind services such as facility use.
For Registered Charities & BC Societies
To qualify, organizations must:
Be community-based and serve Langley City residents
Supplement, not replace, existing funding (no seed funding)
Be a registered charity or BC society
Indicate if they've explored other funding sources
Serve the general public without discrimination
Not act as a funder for other groups
Submit an evaluation after their project/event
For Neighbourhood Groups
Groups must:
Be made up of Langley City residents (not businesses, charities, or societies)
Provide a free, inclusive event
Serve the general public without discrimination
Not act as a funder for other groups
Submit receipts and attendance counts for reimbursement
In‑Kind Services
To qualify, groups must:
Be community-based and serving Langley City residents
Be a registered charity, BC society, or neighbourhood group
Serve the general public without discrimination
Submit an evaluation post-event
Ineligible Uses
Grants will be denied if used for:
Ongoing operating costs (staffing, rent, etc)
Past debts or retroactive expenses
Office furniture or office equipment (including computers)
Some grants are provided without application, including:
Six $750 bursaries for graduating students living in Langley City
Support (up to $1000) for local youth attending Youth Parliament
$500 for Dry Grad celebrations for schools with catchment areas covering Langley City residents
$20,000 annually to Langley Seniors Resources Society for low-income seniors
Langley 4H Centennial Trophy ($150)
The 2025 Community Grantdeadline has ended. After careful consideration, City Council is pleased to award the full annual grant allocation of $168,000 to 43 organizations. Read the 2025 Community Grant Media Release.
