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Community Grant

Supporting Community-Driven Change in Reproductive Health

The Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS) is proud to offer the COMMUNITY Grant, a funding initiative designed to support community-led programs and projects that improve the reproductive health landscape in Canada. This grant reflects CFAS’s strong commitment to patient-centered care, equitable access to fertility services, and the advancement of education and awareness across the country.

Grant Overview

The CFAS Community Grant aims to empower organizations and initiatives that:

  • Benefit patients navigating fertility challenges;

  • Improve equal access to fertility care for underserved populations;

  • Strengthen community support networks;

  • Develop or expand educational resources for both patients and professionals, with a focus on the patient experience.

By supporting these vital efforts, CFAS recognizes the critical role that community groups, charities, academic institutions, foundations, and healthcare providers play in advancing its Vision of Excellence in Assisted Reproduction.

Objectives of the Grant

The CFAS Community Grant seeks to:

  1. Support the development and enhancement of patient care and services offered by ART labs, fertility clinics, and healthcare providers across Canada.

  2. Fund community-based programs offering education, counseling, or peer support for individuals and families affected by infertility.

  3. Raise public awareness of reproductive health issues and strengthen advocacy for patients’ rights.

  4. Foster collaboration between healthcare professionals, advocacy groups, and nonprofit organizations to innovate and improve fertility care.

  5. Promote equitable access to reproductive healthcare, particularly for marginalized, rural, or underserved communities.

Who is Eligible?

The grant is open to:

  • Non-profit organizations, charities, academic institutions, community groups, and healthcare providers based in Canada.

  • Applicants must propose a project that directly benefits Canadian patients, families, or communities and aligns with CFAS’s mission to enhance reproductive health.

Funding and Duration

  • Grant Value: $7,500 CAD granted for two years

  • Funding Uses May Include:

    • Educational programs, conferences, or workshops aimed at enhancing patient-centered care;

    • Creation of educational materials for patients or professionals;

    • Peer mentorship and counseling initiatives;

    • Outreach efforts targeting marginalized or underserved populations;

    • Community campaigns on fertility preservation, treatment options, or reproductive health rights;

    • Collaborative projects between healthcare providers and community-based organizations.

Application Process

1. Project Proposal

Applicants must submit a detailed project proposal that includes:

  • A clear statement of objectives and intended outcomes;

  • Description of how the project will benefit patients or the broader reproductive health community in Canada;

  • A realistic implementation timeline, including key milestones;

  • A detailed budget outlining how the funds will be used.

2. Eligibility Documentation

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • A strong commitment to improving fertility and reproductive health services in Canada;

  • Project feasibility within the two-year timeframe;

  • A measurable and meaningful impact on the target population.

3. Submission Deadline

  • All applications must respect the given year's deadline.

  • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

4. How to Apply

To apply, please refer to the respective year's Annual Meeting section of our website where you will find the Grant application submission page. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Review and Selection

Applications will be reviewed by the CFAS Grant Review Committee based on:

  • Patient-centered impact and community benefit;

  • Potential for meaningful change and sustainability;

  • Relevance to CFAS’s vision and strategic priorities;

  • Feasibility, clarity, and completeness of the proposal and budget;

  • Ability to address existing gaps in access or support.

Notification and Reporting

  • Grant recipients will be notified in the summer of the given year.

  • Successful applicants will be recognized at the CFAS Annual Meeting.

  • Recipients are required to submit bi-annual progress reports, detailing project milestones, fund usage, and impact metrics.

Terms and Conditions

  • Grant funds must be used exclusively for the approved project scope;

  • CFAS reserves the right to request financial updates or progress reports at any time;

  • Any public communications or publications must acknowledge CFAS’s support;

  • Unused funds at the end of the grant period must be returned to CFAS;

  • Funding will be distributed annually, with continued disbursement dependent on satisfactory progress reporting.

For more information or questions regarding the CFAS Community Grant, please contact us at: communications@cfas.ca

Together, let’s make fertility care in Canada more inclusive, equitable, and community-driven.

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