Important update: Based on feedback from the What We Heard Report, the 2025-2026 application process for both the NGO Stabilization Fund and the Anti-Poverty Fund has been simplified and the application period has been extended. Please note that you can use the same form to apply to one or both programs.
Overview
Recognizing that many NWT NGOs deliver critical services and programs that support GNWT policy objectives, such as homelessness, addictions support, and shelters for women and families, the NGO Stabilization Fund was established in 2009. Funding support is available for eligible NGOs who:
- deliver critical GNWT-funded programs or services to NWT residents;
- receive annual funding from the GNWT for the delivery of those critical services or programs and comply with existing funding agreements; and
- are registered and in good standing in the NWT either as a society, association or as created under NWT or federal statute.
Eligible one-time costs to stabilize or develop organizational capacity to manage programs and services including:
- General management costs that cannot be attributed to specific programs or services such as general administration and management, finances and bookkeeping
- Governance costs or board-related costs such as governance and board training,
- Organizational development costs related to the structure and process of the organization
- Additional extraordinary general operations costs related to general operations and maintenance that cannot be directly attributed to specific programs or services.
Collaborative projects that build the capacity of more than one NGO are encouraged.
Eligibility:
- The organization must deliver critical GNWT-funded services;
- The organization must receive funding from GNWT; and
- The organization must be registered and in good standing in the NWT as a society or association or as created under NWT or federal statute.
Examples of projects funded in the past include:
- Supports to help improve service to smaller communities and develop capacity
- Board governance and other training
- Strategy development
- Research projects
- Organizational planning and development, and transition support to stabilize operations
- Image update; and
- Other extraordinary general operations costs.
Available Funding
The maximum amount that can be granted to an applicant NGO is $50,000 per year.
- In previous years, demand for support from the NGO Stabilization Fund has exceeded the available budget. To support more organizations, partial amounts of requested funding may be provided at times.
Deadline
The application deadline is February 13, 2026,5:00PM .
How to apply
- Complete the NEW application form.
- Submit your completed application to gsi@gov.nt.ca.