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Astley Family Foundation - Community Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
QC, Canada
Support for community organizations to expand projects and sustain impact
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
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 RegionSelection 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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