Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,200
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
St. Joseph Township may provide burial assistance for eligible deceased residents. The program supports funeral, burial, or cremation services, including burial and cremation expenses set under the township schedule.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,200 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Housing
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- General public
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Burial assistance
- Funeral assistance
- Cremation assistance
Documents Needed
- Application Form TA-1
- Burial Supplement Form
- Required paperwork and supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Next-of-kin of the deceased
- Funeral directors
Who is not eligible
- Cases where another resource is available to pay, except Medicaid
- Deceased persons who do not reside in St. Joseph Township
Eligible expenses
- Funeral services
- Burial services
- Cremation services
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Transportation of remains to or from St. Joseph Township
- Transportation for funeral attendance
- Additional service costs beyond the township schedule
- Costs covered by insurance or other payment sources
Eligible geographic areas
- St. Joseph Township, Allen County, Indiana
Processing and Agreement
- The township reviews the burial assistance request.
- If the deceased lives in another Indiana township, that township is notified.
- Written notice of the decision is issued.
- Appeals must be filed within 15 days if assistance is denied.
Additional information
- The application is made by the next-of-kin or the funeral director.
- The deceased must reside in St. Joseph Township.
- Township payment is reduced by benefits from other sources.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Burial Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Burial Assistance Program. 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.
What is the Burial Assistance Program?
St. Joseph Township may provide burial assistance for eligible deceased residents. The program supports funeral, burial, or cremation services, including burial and cremation expenses set under the township schedule.
How much funding can be received?
Burial Assistance Program Funds up to $2,200 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Burial Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Burial Assistance Program program, you must:
Next-of-kin or funeral director may apply.
No other resource to pay for services.
Household must qualify for township assistance.
What expenses are eligible under Burial Assistance Program?
Burial assistance
Funeral assistance
Cremation assistance
Who can I contact for more information about the Burial Assistance Program?
You can contact Township of St. Joseph by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Burial Assistance Program available?
The Burial Assistance Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Burial Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Burial Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding