BMO – Employee & Community Giving Program (August–September 2026 Cycle)

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Corporate Funding for Economic Mobility, Sustainability, and Strong Communities

BMO’s Employee and Community Giving program provides grant funding and sponsorship support to nonprofit organizations whose work advances inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and community resilience across the U.S. and Canada.

Organization: BMO
Support Type: Corporate grants, donations, and sponsorships
Geographic Focus: United States and Canada

About the Funder

BMO integrates philanthropy, employee engagement, and community investment to act as a catalyst for progress. The bank’s giving strategy emphasizes long-term partnerships that align with its purpose-driven approach to growing economies and strengthening communities.

Giving Priorities

BMO funds organizations and initiatives aligned with the following areas:

Communities
Efforts that strengthen local communities through education, financial literacy, and community investment.

Sustainability
Programs that protect the environment, address climate challenges, and support sustainable innovation.

Inclusivity
Initiatives that promote equity, access, and opportunity for underserved and marginalized populations.

Eligible Support Types

• Project-based and program funding
• Event sponsorships aligned with BMO priorities
• Annual or multi-year funding requests

Eligibility & Preferences

Applicants must be registered nonprofit or charitable organizations in the U.S. or Canada with programming delivered in those countries. New applicants are required to complete an eligibility screening prior to submitting a proposal.

Funding decisions are based on project merit, alignment with BMO’s priorities, and portfolio balance. Approved awards may be less than the amount requested.

Ineligible Requests

BMO does not fund:
• For-profit organizations or individuals
• Political or partisan activities
• Religious organizations (with limited exceptions)
• Sports teams or athletic events
• Tuition, membership, or registration fees
• Capital campaigns not aligned with charitable programming
• Crowdfunding or third-party fundraising efforts

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Window: August 1 – September 30, 2026
📅 Review Period: Following the close of the cycle
📅 Decision Timing: Several months, depending on application volume

Application / Request Process

Applicants must complete a short eligibility assessment before submitting a proposal. Once approved, proposals are submitted through BMO’s online application platform during the open cycle.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.bmo.com/en-us/main/about-bmo/our-impact/communities/bmo-gives/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is well suited for nonprofits seeking corporate support for initiatives related to financial well-being, sustainability, and inclusive community development, particularly those interested in longer-term or multi-year partnerships with a major financial institution.