For Charities — Physicians Philanthropic Fund

About Our Grants

The Physicians Philanthropic Fund directs the proceeds of its biennial gala to charities and community organizations serving the Annapolis Valley. Each gala cycle, our Charitable Allocation Committee selects three to five recipients, and the Board approves the final list.

Funding depends on what each gala raises, and proceeds are distributed among the chosen charities based on need, so individual amounts vary. Recent galas have raised about $27,000 (2022) and more than $40,000 (2024).

Applications are open now through October 3, 2026 (six weeks before the gala). If your organization serves the Valley, we'd welcome your application.

Apply for Funding

Eligibility

Who Can Apply

To be eligible, your organization should meet all of the following

Serves the Valley

Mainly serves the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia or its residents.

Charitable Purpose

A registered charity, a qualified donee, or a community organization whose work serves a charitable purpose.

In Good Standing

In good standing with any regulator that applies to your organization.

New This Cycle

Has not received PPF funding in the previous eight years (four gala cycles), so support reaches a wide range of organizations.

What Your Application Should Include

The online form walks you through each step. Be ready to provide:

Your organization's legal name, and charitable registration number if you have one
A contact person with phone and email
A short description of your mission, history, and the community you serve
The specific program, project, or purpose the funding is for
The amount requested and a simple budget
A brief note confirming your organization is financially stable and able to deliver
The name of at least one current board member or leader

To include a financial statement or annual report, email it to info@ppfgala.com.

Our Process

How We Choose

A transparent, community-focused review

1. Call for Applications

Each gala cycle we open a public call for applications from organizations across the Annapolis Valley.

2. Review & Evaluate

Our Charitable Allocation Committee weighs each application on community impact, fit with our mission, capacity, financial health, and clarity of purpose.

3. Board Approval

The Committee recommends three to five recipients to the Board, which approves the final list. Members with conflicts of interest recuse themselves.

4. Disbursement

Approved funds are paid directly to recipients within six months of the gala. Recipients are announced at the gala and on this website.

What Recipients Can Expect

A chosen charity can expect a single payment of the approved amount within six months of the gala, public recognition at the gala and on our website, a chance to briefly present at the gala, and respectful, professional communication throughout.

Applicants are notified of the Board's decision in writing within fourteen days of the gala. The Board's decision is final.