Grant and Funding Programs Offered by The Maytree Foundation

Role of Maytree in the funding ecosystem

Maytree is a Canadian charitable foundation that supports efforts to reduce poverty and strengthen civic communities. Its website shows both discretionary grantmaking and programmatic support for non-profit organizations and individuals, including grants, learning opportunities, practical tools, and scholarships.

Funding focus and supported audiences

The organization’s stated priorities centre on poverty reduction, economic and social rights, human rights-based policy, and stronger civic communities in Canada. It welcomes proposals from registered charities and community-based non-profit organizations whose mandate is to reduce poverty and advance economic and social rights. The site also shows support for non-profit leaders, policy-focused organizations, and Protected Persons pursuing post-secondary education.

Examples of funding and support streams

• Granting: open to eligible charities and non-profits working on poverty and civic community goals.
• Scholarships: the Maytree Scholarship Program provides one year of tuition and related assistance for eligible students in Toronto.
• Capacity-building support: Maytree also provides learning opportunities, resources, and practical tools for community-sector leaders and organizations.

Organizational context

Founded in 1982 by Judy and Alan Broadbent, Maytree describes itself as having operated for many years as a granting foundation. Its history page also notes earlier personal granting activity and a long-term focus on systemic solutions to poverty. The organization’s approach emphasizes relationship-based funding and work with partners across civil society, government, and the non-profit sector.