ReDi grants application process opens for Columbia Basin communities

Applications opened Jan. 2 for the Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed (ReDi) grants, which are run through the Regional District of Central Kootenay and delivered with local governments and First Nations. Last year 322 applications were received and 313 were approved, mainly for cultural, social, environmental and economic projects.

Applications are now being accepted for the Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed (ReDi) grants, with submissions open as of Jan. 2. The program is operated through the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) for electoral areas and supports local projects that add value to Basin communities. The Trust funds the program and delivery is done in partnership with local governments and First Nations in the Basin. The RDCK said the ReDi grants are intended to be flexible and to incorporate community-based funding decisions. Key details: - Applications opened Jan. 2 for the Resident Directed (ReDi) grants. - The program is operated through the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) for electoral areas. - Funding is provided by the Columbia Basin Trust and delivered with local governments and First Nations in the Basin. - The RDCK described the program as flexible and requiring a community engagement process. - Last year 322 applications were received and 313 were approved, with most successful projects supporting cultural, social, environmental, and economic activities. Summary: The ReDi program provides flexible, community-based funding for projects across the Basin, including cultural, social, environmental and economic initiatives. Submitted proposals will be processed through the program's engagement and review steps.