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81 Community and Economic Development Grants for Ontario

Grants to encourage community economic development, support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

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Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Scholars to Participate in a Residency Program ...

Deadline 12/16/24

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International scholars to participate in a residency program in New York. The purpose of the program is to cultivate emerging leaders who have demonstrated dedication to their community or region and intend to resume their work in those...

GrantWatch ID#: 212063

Grants and Consulting Services to USA, Canada, and International Cities to Improve the Deliv...

Deadline 12/20/24

Grants and consulting services to USA, Canada, and International cities to improve how municipal services are delivered. Funding is intended to support the implementation of ideas that are actionable, novel, and potentially impactful. Eligible proposals must focus on a...

GrantWatch ID#: 181919

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline 12/20/24

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for projects to benefit local communities where the funding source has a presence. Eligible organizations are aligned with one of the following areas of interest: local community, water, and food. Funding is intended to address is...

GrantWatch ID#: 202289

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Undergraduate and Graduate Students to Build Lea...

Deadline 12/20/24

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students for leadership and entrepreneurship development. The purpose of the program is to enable emerging entrepreneurs to develop projects addressing global challenges. Participants will receive...

GrantWatch ID#: 213080
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Community Groups, and Collectives for Commun...

Deadline 12/31/24

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, community groups, and collectives in eligible locations for programs that benefit residents and address the needs of diverse communities. Funding is intended for events, programs, and projects in the focus ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148669
NEW

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline 01/08/25

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Host Sports Events that Increase Tourism a...

Deadline 01/10/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to host sports events that increase tourism and attract visitors. Funding is intended for events that have a significant impact on the local economy and on community development in the City ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185071
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Grants to Ontario Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline 01/10/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts and cultural organizations to promote local tourism. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a preliminary application. Funding is intended to increase cultural tourism by helping arts, cultural, and heritag...

GrantWatch ID#: 199915
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Charities to Hold Special Events in Eligible Regions

Deadline 01/10/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and registered charities to hold special events in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support new and returning events that celebrate music, dance, culture, food, arts, and other special areas of interest...

GrantWatch ID#: 200143

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Conservation Professionals for Training on Envir...

Deadline 01/12/25

Fellowships of $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International conservation professionals to attend a one-month training program in the US. The program curriculum will be taught by a faculty of international experts who will work with fellows to explore new methods of employi...

GrantWatch ID#: 177376
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Organizations to Increase Community Capacity...

Deadline 01/13/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, academic institutions, sports organizations, and Tribal entities for sports events that promote tourism and improve local economies in the region. First-time applicants must set up an account before applying. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 169285
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Grants to Ontario Registered Charities and Qualified Donees in Eligible Locations for Communit...

Deadline 01/15/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations for capacity building programs. First-time applicants and applicants proposing new projects are required to contact Foundation staff prior to applying. Eligible programs i...

GrantWatch ID#: 136632

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline 01/17/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for activities and projects within the focus areas of children and youth, health, community development, and alleviating poverty. Eligible app...

GrantWatch ID#: 193695

Grants to Ontario Qualified Donees for Projects that Address the Needs of Communities in Eligi...

Deadline 01/21/25 Conference Date: 12/12/24

Grants to Ontario qualified donees, such as government agencies, registered charities, and indigenous governing entities, for projects that address the needs of communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of housing, racial eq...

GrantWatch ID#: 141097

Grants, Loans, and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Businesses for...

Deadline 01/28/25

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 190907

Grants to Ontario For-Profits, Research Nonprofits, and IHEs to Advance the Wood and Forest Pr...

Deadline 01/29/25 LOI Date: 12/20/24

Grants to Ontario businesses, nonprofit research organizations, institutions of higher education, and forest associations to advance the wood and forest products industry throughout the Province. Applicants must submit a first-stage application prior to submitting the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190895

Grants to Ontario Production Companies for Television and Film Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline 01/31/25

Grants to Ontario production companies to produce local movies and television shows in eligible locations. Eligible projects include made-for-television movies and television series, documentaries, and theatrical feature films. The purpose of this program is to increas...

GrantWatch ID#: 183504
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Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business ...

Deadline 01/31/25

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and Mexico Cities for Outdoor Visual Arts Projects

Deadline 01/31/25

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and Mexico cities for outdoor visual arts projects. Funding is intended to cover costs associated with public art on pedestrian spaces, roadways, and public infrastructure. In addition to a cash grant, applicants will also rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 208963

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Programs that Address Worldwide Inju...

Deadline 02/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for initiatives that address injustices worldwide. Eligible organizations provide programs in a broad range of areas, including the arts, hunger and homelessness, environment, women, publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Capital Improvement Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline 02/01/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit and volunteer organizations for capital projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance or enrich the community through the construction or acquisition of physical assets, including, but...

GrantWatch ID#: 215101
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Community Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline 02/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario nonprofit and volunteer organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community services, arts and cultural events, tourism-related programs, environmental projects, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215102

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Design Students and Recent Graduates for Innovative D...

Deadline 02/05/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International design students and recent graduates for innovative design concepts that address urgent problems. Submissions can be a service concept, a product, an app, or other ideas that meet one of the sustainable development goals of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216702
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits to Promote Workforce Development in Eligible Locations

Deadline 02/07/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations to promote workforce development and address employment barriers in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that create jobs and help underserved populations overcome identified obstacles. The project must deliver ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212721

Grants to Ontario Neighborhood Groups in Eligible Areas for Events that Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline 02/12/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to Ontario neighborhood groups in eligible areas for resident-led projects that strengthen local communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and events that help residents make connecti...

GrantWatch ID#: 140807
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Opportunity for USA and Canada Health-Related Startup Companies to Participate in a Business D...

Deadline 02/16/25

Opportunity for USA and Canada health-related startup companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and grow ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198973
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Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline 02/27/25

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impact ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217
NEW

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit Organizations, Clubs, and Associations for Capital Projects to I...

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit community organizations and associations, clubs, and sports organizations to improve parks and recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for large capital projects to expand, renovate, or develop new facilities. Gran...

GrantWatch ID#: 193748
NEW

Grants to Canada Indigenous Nonprofits, Charities, and Groups for Indigenous-Led Programs

Deadline 03/04/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to Canada Indigenous nonprofit organizations, registered charities, and community groups for Indigenous-led programs. Funding areas of interest include health and mental health, education, the environment, and technology. The purpose of funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205320

Grants to Ontario Charities, Nonprofits, Municipalities, and First Nations to Improve the Infr...

Deadline 03/05/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit corporations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, religious entities, and First Nations to improve the infrastructure in local communities. Funding is intended for equipment, construction, renovation, and developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 168096

Grants to Canada Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Youth Education and Career Readiness

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants of up to to $50,000 to Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit vulnerable youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs to support educational engagement and career readiness and pave the...

GrantWatch ID#: 176244
NEW

Grants to Canada Registered Charities to Relieve Poverty in Eligible Regions in Canada and Lat...

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants of up to $7,000 to Canada registered charitable organizations for projects to relieve poverty in multiple locations. Funding is intended to support economic equity and social justice projects in the regions. Priority is given to projects that emphasize sustainab...

GrantWatch ID#: 178283
NEW

Grants to Ontario Charitable Organizations to Address Community Needs in Eligible Regions

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to Ontario charitable organizations in eligible locations to benefit local residents. Applicants must consult with the funding source at least seven days prior to submitting an application. Grants from this fund will support post-secondary, facilities, research,...

GrantWatch ID#: 185651

Grants to Canada Individuals for Ukrainian-Themed Programs that Foster Local Pride

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to Canada individuals to support programs with Ukrainian themes and content. Funding is intended for national initiatives in the areas of research, collaboration, and digital infrastructure and emerging technologies. Requests will be accepted from qualified ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 193587
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Cultivate a Stro...

Deadline 04/04/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and academic organizations for programs to advance STEM education and professional development. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 151207

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Regions for Economic Opportunities for Low-...

Deadline 04/08/25 LOI Date: 02/25/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for creative strategies that enhance the economic opportunities and livelihoods of low-income individuals. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172354
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Grants to Ontario Charities in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building and Community Projects

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario charities in eligible locations for projects that build organizational capacity and address community issues. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for small, time-sensitive ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172536
NEW

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities for Community Programs and Small Capital Projects

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities for programs and projects that benefit local communities in eligible counties. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Programs are intended to address community concerns outlined in the Foun...

GrantWatch ID#: 180262
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Grants to Ontario Immigrant Artists in Eligible Regions for Artistic Guidance and Career Devel...

Deadline 04/22/25

Grants of $10,000 to Ontario individual immigrant artists in eligible regions for artistic guidance in a range of disciplines. Applicants must contact program staff and register in the grant portal prior to applying. Funding is intended to provide career development as...

GrantWatch ID#: 185099

Grants to Ontario Communities and Indigenous Communities to Enhance Water Crossing Infrastruct...

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to Ontario communities and Indigenous communities to enhance water crossing infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding may be used for repairs to existing structures and the installation of new infrastructure. Eligible projects are located in and benefit commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 210262

Grants to Ontario Grassroots Organizations to Support Youth and Young Adults

Deadline 07/09/25 LOI Date: 04/09/25

Grants to Ontario grassroots organizations to support youth and young adults. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for activities to positively benefit the community by helping applicants research new i...

GrantWatch ID#: 160099

Grants to Ontario Grassroots Organizations for Innovative Programs to Promote Family Well-Being

Deadline 07/09/25 LOI Date: 04/09/25

Grants to Ontario grassroots organizations to support families who face systemic barriers to well-being. Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended for grassroots groups made up of parents, guardians, and caregive...

GrantWatch ID#: 186998

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline 09/15/25

Grants of up to $2,000 and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit community organizations and elementary and secondary schools for activities to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of categories including arts, agriculture, sp...

GrantWatch ID#: 216318

Grants to Ontario Organizations for Activities that Benefit the Community

Deadline 11/03/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario organizations in eligible locations for events, services, and programs that benefit the local community. Focus areas include health and wellness, recreation, and civic and social services. Grant funds may be used for activities that b...

GrantWatch ID#: 190978
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, Indigenous Communities, and Religious Entities to Supp...

Deadline 11/05/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, collaboratives, and religious entities to support existing programs that improve the quality of life and promote vibrant communities. Priority areas include active lifestyles, sustainabl...

GrantWatch ID#: 175840

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Groups for Projects to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline 11/17/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and groups for projects to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include recreation, heritage, leisure, culture, arts, health, education, the environment, energy, youth, tourism, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216395

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Improve the Quality of Life fo...

Deadline 11/30/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for programs to improve the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended for activities within a broad range of focus areas, including the environment, education, and recreation. Priority will b...

GrantWatch ID#: 145808

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Hold Events on Public Streets

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations to hold events on public city streets in eligible regions. Funding is intended for recreational events that demonstrate the potential to attract tourists and participants from out of town. Funding is also intended for events th...

GrantWatch ID#: 139756
NEW

Grants to Canada Registered Charities for Programs that Protect the Economic and Social Rights...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities and CBOs for programs that address poverty through systems change. Funding is intended for policy development, youth support, leadership development, and strengthening connections between communities. The Foundation's mission is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 155595

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits in Eligible Cities for Capacity Building Activities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations in eligible cities for capacity development projects. Funding is intended to support transformative initiatives in the areas of planning and technology as well as capital projects that increase the long-term effectivenes...

GrantWatch ID#: 162291
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