Community Funding

Applications for the Black-Mandated Funding Framework Grant open Wednesday, September 11, and close Tuesday, October 15 at 4 p.m. For more details, review the program guidelines and application questions.

 

Community Funding provides short-term funding for not-for-profit, grassroots and resident-led groups to design and lead community-based projects that provide social services and encourage resident engagement and leadership development.

Local Leadership Grant

Grants for resident-led groups helping inspire neighbourhoods and advance key themes in the Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy.

Community Crisis Response Fund

Financial assistance for projects that address a specific community crisis and contribute to community healing.

Youth Violence Prevention Grant

Multi-year funding for projects focused on violence prevention and intervention for youth ages 10 to 29.

Identify 'N Impact Grants

Grants of up to $17,000 for grassroots youth-led groups working to advance the City’s Toronto Youth Equity Strategy.

Community Service Partnerships (CSP) Funding

Ongoing support to Toronto’s not-for-profit community-based organizations offering services that strengthen the city’s well-being.

Black-Mandated Funding Framework Grant

The Black-Mandated Funding Framework is a key step by the City of Toronto to address funding disparities for Black-mandated organizations as part of the first Toronto Action Plan to Confront Anti-Black Racism.

Talk to Us!

City staff are available to talk with you about the City’s funding programs. Ask us how to apply, where to get information on what has been funded, and how to submit any concerns, complaints or comments about funding program administration or funded activities.