The Canadian Association for Community Living

Purpose

The SDPP is an umbrella Program that provides funding to not-for-profit organizations to help improve life outcomes for people with disabilities, families, children and other vulnerable populations. The Programs funds activities that are in line with the objectives of SDPP-D, such as: support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges; Develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; Recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and recognize and promote community engagement initiatives ( e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation by not-for-profit organizations, partnerships, coalitions) that mobilize community assets and develop capacities and resources for action.