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Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants

Q: What is the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants?

These community-oriented grants offer up to $50,000 annually to support organizations in Waterloo Region. They focus on expanding impactful programs, ensuring project stability, and developing community resources, with grants available for up to three years and renewal options.

Q: How much funding can be received?

Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants?

Scaling existing programs or initiatives demonstrated to have positive impact. Strengthening project or program sustainability and security. Developing new tools, plans, or models for community benefit. Sharing materials or resources with other organizations.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants?

You can contact Robert and Judith Astley Family Foundation.

Q: Where is the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants available?

The Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants?

Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants is funded by Robert and Judith Astley Family Foundation

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Support for community organizations to expand projects and sustain impact

Grant and Funding

Robert and Judith Astley Family Foundation

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : February 13, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

Mixed revenue (<50% earned)

Scope

Provincial

Overview

These community-oriented grants offer up to $50,000 annually to support organizations in Waterloo Region. They focus on expanding impactful programs, ensuring project stability, and developing community resources, with grants available for up to three years and renewal options.

Activities funded

Scaling existing programs or initiatives demonstrated to have positive impact.
Strengthening project or program sustainability and security.
Developing new tools, plans, or models for community benefit.
Sharing materials or resources with other organizations.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 35,000

Enhancing community outreach capabilities through technology and training.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations operating within Waterloo Region.
Community service agencies and local initiatives.
Organizations with demonstrated positive impact in the community.

Who is not eligible

Organizations outside of Waterloo Region.
Commercial or for-profit businesses.
Projects that do not align with community development goals.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities not related to community development or organizational capacity building.
Projects that do not demonstrate positive impact or results.
Expenses outside the scope of program expansion or sustainability.
Unrelated operational costs or administrative expenses.
Funding for activities that do not align with the foundation's goals.

Eligible geographic areas

Waterloo Region

Selection criteria

Evidence of positive impact and results.
Potential for sustainable growth.
Alignment with community needs and foundation goals.
Feasibility and clarity of project plan.

How to apply

Step 1: Review eligibility and program guidelines.Step 2: Prepare your project proposal and supporting documents.Step 3: Submit your application by the specified deadline.Step 4: Await decision notification from the Foundation.Step 5: Sign funding agreement if approved and implement the project.

Processing and Agreement

Application review conducted by the Foundation before the end of April each year.
Decisions communicated to applicants after review.
Funding agreement signed before disbursement of funds.
Grant recipients must submit progress reports as required.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.