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Ontario Grants for Non-Profit Organizations: Comprehensive Overview and Opportunities

Non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Ontario play a vital role in supporting social, cultural, and community development. Access to grants and funding opportunities is essential for these organizations to carry out impactful projects that benefit local communities, address social issues, and promote economic growth. Ontario offers various grant programs specifically designed for non-profit organizations, providing crucial financial support for development, innovation, and community services. This article provides an overview of Ontario grant programs for non-profits, highlights the funding options available across Canada, and introduces key resources like Grantwatch for accessing international grant opportunities.

1191 programs available
  • Grant and FundingClosed

    Shine Foundation — Shine Dreams Program

    Customized support for youth with severe disabilities
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Bytown Brigantine Inc. (BBI) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Ships2Shores

    Fully funded youth sailing and leadership program
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Sienna Senior Living logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sienna For Seniors Grant

    Funding for senior-focused community initiatives
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Severn logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Simcoe County Tourism Development Fund

    Funding for Simcoe County tourism and culture projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Training Stream

    Supports workforce training and retention for Ontario organizations
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Mississauga logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Small Projects Grant

    Funding for small community projects in Mississauga
    Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Social Housing

    Affordable housing support for eligible households
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Social Housing (Rent Geared to Income) Program

    Subsidized housing based on household income
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • Tourism Innovation Lab logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Spark Mentorships & Grants - Northwest Ontario

    Mentorship and seed funding for tourism ideas
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $3,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Oakville logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Special Event Permit Fee Assistance Program

    Fee assistance for eligible Oakville special events
    Oakville, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Oakville, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Special Supports Program

    Health benefits for eligible Hamilton residents
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Species Conservation Program

    Funding for species at risk conservation in Ontario
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada
  • Their Opportunity logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sport Subsidy

    Support for children’s sports participation
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Orangeville logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sports and Cultural Events Funding

    Funding for sports and cultural event participation
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Sprout Ideas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sprout Ideas Fellowship

    Youth fellowship for community project support
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation

    Funding for Toronto charitable agencies
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP)

    Support for arts and culture in St. Catharines
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 49,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
  • St. George's Society Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. George's Society Toronto — General Funding

    One-year funding for Toronto charities
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of St. Marys logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    St. Marys Designated Heritage Property Grant Program

    Funding for heritage property conservation in St. Marys
    St. Marys, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    St. Marys, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    StART Partnership Program

    Funding for Toronto mural and street art projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 70,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Street Event Grant

    Support for eligible street events in Thunder Bay
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
  • Kiwanis Foundation of Canada (KFC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Street Outreach Grant

    Matching support for youth street outreach projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Lakeshore logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Subsidies

    Support for charitable gaming centre participation
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 750 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program

    Funding for supervised summer student jobs
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,741 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Summer Tourism Experience Program

    Supports summer tourism visitor experience in Kawartha Lakes
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Brock logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Support for Community Organizations

    Municipal support for local community groups
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,700 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Sustainable New Agri-Food Products & Productivity Program — Productivity Enhancement

    Funding for agri-food innovation and productivity
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada
  • SVP Teens Waterloo Region (SVPWR) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    SVP Teens Grant

    Funding for youth programs in Waterloo Region
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sweet Dreams

    Safe sleep support for vulnerable children
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25 to $500
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Taking Action on Tower Renewal Program (TATR)

    Supports energy-efficient retrofits for Toronto rental apartment buildings
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Tali's Fund logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Tali's Fund — Research and Family Support

    Support for childhood brain cancer research and families
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Canada
  • City of Belleville logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Tax Adjustments

    Property tax rebate for eligible charities
    Belleville, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Belleville, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Mississauga logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Tax Rebate for Charities

    Property tax rebate for registered charities
    Mississauga, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Mississauga, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
  • Municipality of West Nipissing logo
    Other SupportTax CreditsClosed

    Tax Rebate Programs

    Property tax relief for eligible applicants
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Central Frontenac logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Tax Rebate Programs – Township of Central Frontenac

    Property tax relief for eligible local properties
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • County of Wellington logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Tax Rebates

    Property tax relief for eligible low-income residents
    Wellington, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Wellington, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Oakville logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Tax Rebates and Assistance

    Property tax relief for eligible Oakville applicants
    Oakville, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Oakville, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Tax Rebates for Eligible Charities

    Property tax rebate for eligible charities
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Markham logo
    Other SupportTax CreditsClosed

    Tax Relief and Rebates

    Property tax relief for eligible Markham properties
    Markham, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Markham, Ontario, Canada
  • Tay Township logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tay Township Grants and Donations Program

    Modest funding for Tay Township community groups
    Tay Township, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Tay Township, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Temporary care assistance

    Income assistance for children in temporary care
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tenant Defence Fund Pilot Program

    Support for tenant groups facing housing disputes
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Gravenhurst logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Terence Haight Financial Assistance Program

    Funding for community organizations in Gravenhurst
    Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
  • Agape Foundation of London logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Agape Foundation of London Grant Program

    Funding for London community non-profits
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Grant and FundingClosed

    The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for charities serving children and youth
    BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
  • Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    The Ballytobin Foundation Grant

    Funding for Kingston arts events at The Isabel
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • The Benjamin Foundation logo
    Other SupportClosed

    The Benjamin Foundation — Memorial Fund Management Services

    Memorial fund management for bereaved families
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • The Bennett Family Foundation (BFF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Bennett Family Foundation — General Funding

    Support for local nonprofit operating needs
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $25,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Networks of Centres of Excellence (NCE) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    The knowledge mobilization initiative of rce (km-rce)

    Supports knowledge mobilization networks in Canada
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 400,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • The Lupina Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Lupina Foundation — General Funding

    Support for health and societal research
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Grant and FundingClosed

    The PROUD Project — Research Fellowships and Project Funding

    Support for disability and equity research
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund

    Grants to subsidize summer camp fees for financially vulnerable Ontario children
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Zoey Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Zoey Cares Foundation — Music Therapy Funding

    Music therapy support for hospitalized children
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Arts Council (OAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Théâtre – projets francophones

    Funding for French-language theatre projects in Ontario
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • The Blossom Mental Health Fund (BMHF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Therapy Grants

    Therapy support for Asian Canadians in Ontario
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Together CK - Core Grant Program

    Matching funds for local community initiatives
    Chatham, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Chatham, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Together CK Municipal Grant

    Matching municipal funding for local community initiatives
    Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto Circular Food Innovators Fund

    Supports Toronto businesses in implementing reusable foodservice systems
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $35,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto Cultural Festivals Funding Program

    Funding for recurring cultural festivals in Toronto
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 650,000 $
    • Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Community Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto Foundation - Free Play

    Funding for creative outdoor play projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $150,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada