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Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program
Funding for Brantford community wellbeing initiatives
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
December 10, 2025
Location
Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports local community projects in Brantford through three funding streams: Operational, Start-Up/Capital, and Event. It funds non-profit initiatives that improve community wellbeing and align with the City’s Safety and Wellbeing priorities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Brantford
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching, operating, or expanding community programs
- Renovating or expanding a facility owned by the applicant
- Purchasing equipment to start or expand a program
- Hosting new or annual community events
Documents Needed
- List of board members or committee members
- Most recent financial statements
- Annual operating budget for the current year
- Budget for the funding request
- By-laws or terms of reference
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Local community groups serving Brantford
- Organizations applying for operational, capital, or event funding
Who is not eligible
- Organizations applying for religious or political projects
- For-profit events
- Organizations seeking funding for private events
Eligible expenses
- Operational costs such as staffing, supplies, marketing, rentals, utilities, and program materials
- Start-up and capital costs such as equipment, building renovation, and pre-development construction costs
- Event costs such as venue and equipment rentals, permits, supplies, personnel, and promotional items
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Religious or political projects and activities
- Leasehold improvements for rental properties
- Gift cards, endowment funds, operating deficits, debt repayment, and fundraising costs
- Land or building purchases, capital campaigns, and private or for-profit events
- Expenses incurred before funding approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Brantford, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the City’s Safety and Wellbeing Plan priorities
- Clear community benefit for Brantford residents
- Demonstrated local need or innovative approach
- Evidence that other funding sources have been explored
How to apply
- Step 1: Create or access your portal account
- Use the Grant Lifecycle Manager online portal.
- Create a new account or log in with existing credentials.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Select the appropriate stream.
- Answer the application questions and provide project details.
- Step 3: Upload required documents
- Attach the mandatory supporting documents requested by the program.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Review the full application and submit it through the portal before the deadline.
- Step 5: Follow up after submission
- Monitor the portal and email for the decision and next steps if approved.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the program committee.
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision.
- Approved applicants must complete an online agreement.
- Grant reports and evaluation forms may be required after approval.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the Grant Lifecycle Manager online portal.
- The program launches twice per year, in Fall and Spring.
- Successful applicants must submit a final project evaluation and budget spending report.
- Funding decisions and awarded uses must be respected, and changes require written approval.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program Program
What is the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program?
This program supports local community projects in Brantford through three funding streams: Operational, Start-Up/Capital, and Event. It funds non-profit initiatives that improve community wellbeing and align with the City’s Safety and Wellbeing priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Brantford community benefit
75% Brantford residents served
What expenses are eligible under Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program?
Launching, operating, or expanding community programs
Renovating or expanding a facility owned by the applicant
Purchasing equipment to start or expand a program
Hosting new or annual community events
Where is the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program available?
The Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program?
Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program is funded by BCF (BCF)