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Children's Grant Program



Founded in 1977, CFAX Santas Anonymous Society began with a simple but powerful mission: to bring the magic of Christmas to children and families across Greater Victoria who needed extra support during the holiday season.

Over time, it became clear that many children were facing challenges that extended far beyond December: going hungry, missing out on enriching experiences like spring and summer camps, and lacking access to essential resources after difficult life circumstances. These realities highlighted a growing need to support children year-round, not just at Christmas.

With programs already in place in Greater Victoria to address these challenges, the number of children in need far outweighed the available resources. In response, the Children’s Grants Program was established in 2002 to fund and strengthen local programs that provide real, measurable support to children and families in Greater Victoria throughout the year.

Thanks to the continued generosity and support of our community, we are able to carry on the Children’s Grants Program for another year! 

For more information about the program contact Christine Hewitt-Goodsir at info@cfaxsantas.com or to apply, click the link below.

 

2026 Grant Cycles

There are three cycles per calendar year. 

Cycle 1 

Opens January 15, 2026
Deadline: March 15, 2026 (5:00 p.m.)
Decisions: End of March

Cycle 2

Opens April 15, 2026
Deadline: June 15, 2026 (5:00 p.m.)
Decisions: End of June

Cycle 3

Opens July 15, 2026
Deadline: September 15, 2026 (5:00 p.m.)
Decisions: End of September


Children’s Grant Application and Criteria