Grant Supporting Projects that Deliver Significant Public Benefits in Ontario (Canada)
GrantID: 75451
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $200,000
Summary
If you’re part of a nonprofit organization based in Ontario that is committed to strengthening your community, there’s a versatile funding opportunity worth considering. This program supports projects that deliver significant public benefit – from arts and culture, to environment, to human and social services, and sports/recreation. The goal is to help organizations either pilot innovative approaches, scale existing successful programs, or invest in the physical infrastructure that supports community work.
Eligible applicants are primarily nonprofit organizations (including registered charities or non‑profit corporations) operating in Ontario. First Nations and smaller municipalities (under certain conditions) may also qualify. Individuals and purely for‑profit businesses are not eligible. Projects must be directed toward communities in one of the foundation’s designated catchment areas across the province.
There are several grant streams under this opportunity: one for organizations building capacity or testing new ideas; another for groups with proven programs that want to expand their reach; and a third for capital‑type projects (buildings, major equipment, facility upgrades). Award sizes vary: the smaller capacity‑building grants may start around C$10,000, while expansion and multi‑year grants can run into the hundreds of thousands over two or three years. For example, the capital stream may provide funding from roughly C$10,000 up to C$200,000 for one‑year projects; the expansion stream might cover C$100,000 to C$600,000 over two to three years.
Application deadlines and cycles differ by stream – some open annually or semi‑annually with clear fixed deadlines, others may follow a less frequent schedule. The key tip is to align your project plan with the funding priorities: demonstrate community need, strong organizational capacity, measurable outcomes, and alignment with the types of change the funder values (for example, improved access, inclusion, or readiness for the future). If your nonprofit is ready to take the next step—whether piloting new programs, scaling impact, or upgrading facilities—this opportunity could be exactly what you need.
If you are located in Ontario and working in the area of Municipalities, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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