Eligible organizations must be non-profit, charitable, cooperative and/or voluntary organizations, such as those representing various communities of interest, including:

• Community groups, charitable and voluntary organizations
• Associations of workers and/or employers as well as professional, industrial and occupational organizations
• Churches and religious organizations
• Boards of trade and chambers of commerce
• Labour-management and adjustment committees
• Bands, tribal councils and other Aboriginal organizations established on a non-profit basis
• Ad hoc groups established on a non-profit basis, including groups representing clients
• Co-operatives recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as registered charities and non-profit organizations pursuant to paragraph 149 (1) (f) and (l) of the Income Tax Act

YWCA Canada encourages applications from women's services organizations.