Closed
Last Update: June 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Brant United Way Community Grants support local organizations in Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations to strengthen families and improve safety, food security, and connection. Funding is available for local program enhancement, program delivery, and essential services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local program enhancement for services facing increased demand.
- Local program delivery for services operating in the community.
- Essential community services that support safety, food security, and connection.
Documents Needed
- Audited annual financial statements.
- Registered charity number.
- Organization address and phone number.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Non-profit organizations
- Local and regional organizations serving the community
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Organizations primarily political in nature
- Programs primarily focused on the advancement of religion
- Professional associations and foundations primarily focused on fundraising
- The arts, unless incorporated in children’s programming
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs for a local program or service.
- Costs to improve, modify, or add to existing services.
- Costs to continue delivering an essential community service.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Major capital projects, including new building construction.
- Major renovations.
- Machinery purchases.
- Programs primarily focused on the advancement of religion.
- Medical facilities or primary funding for respite care.
Eligible geographic areas
- Brantford
- Brant County
- Six Nations of The Grand River
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Brant United Way’s Campaign Focus.
- Community need addressed by the program.
- Expected impact and evidence that the program helps people.
- Organizational sustainability, stability, and strength.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application questions in the PDF preview.
- Step 2: Complete the online application form with program, organization, and budget information.
- Step 3: Submit the application through the online form.
- Step 4: Check the confirmation email and use the link to make revisions before the deadline if needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by Brant United Way.
- Applicants receive a copy of the submitted application by email.
- Applicants can access the emailed link to make changes or revisions until the deadline.
- No changes or revisions are allowed after the deadline.
Additional information
- Grant applications are currently closed.
- Applicants can preview the form by reviewing the PDF questions in advance.
- Organizations may apply for more than one program, though more than two applications per organization are discouraged.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Brant United Way Community Grants Program
What is the Brant United Way Community Grants?
Brant United Way Community Grants support local organizations in Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations to strengthen families and improve safety, food security, and connection. Funding is available for local program enhancement, program delivery, and essential services.
How much funding can be received?
Brant United Way Community Grants Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Brant United Way Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Brant United Way Community Grants program, you must:
Aligned with campaign focus
CRA qualified donee
Volunteer board governance
What expenses are eligible under Brant United Way Community Grants?
Local program enhancement for services facing increased demand.
Local program delivery for services operating in the community.
Essential community services that support safety, food security, and connection.
Who can I contact for more information about the Brant United Way Community Grants?
You can contact Brant United Way by email at info@brantunitedway.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Brant United Way Community Grants available?
The Brant United Way Community Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Brant United Way Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Brant United Way Community Grants is a Grant and Funding