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Cast & Learn Grants
Supports parish innovation and community outreach initiatives
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 40,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers one-time funding of up to $40,000. It supports parish projects that innovate in new ministry approaches and foster outreach and learning.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
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
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New ministry projects designed to reach people not currently connecting with the church.
- Initiatives that increase lay leadership and participation within a parish.
- Innovation-focused projects where the parish identifies specific learning goals.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parishes
- Clergy and lay leaders applying on behalf of a parish
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received by the Project Enabling and Monitoring Group (PEMG).
- Applicants are invited to pitch their projects to PEMG for consideration and comment.
Additional information
- Projects funded are intended to be larger than Reach-funded initiatives and smaller than Stretch-funded initiatives.
- Total program funding is set at $300,000 over two years (2023–2025).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cast & Learn Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cast & Learn 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.
What is the Cast & Learn Grants?
This program offers one-time funding of up to $40,000. It supports parish projects that innovate in new ministry approaches and foster outreach and learning.
How much funding can be received?
Cast & Learn Grants Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Cast & Learn Grants program?
To be eligible for the Cast & Learn Grants program, you must:
Parish-led new ministry project
Reaches unchurched or disconnected people
Builds lay leadership and participation
What expenses are eligible under Cast & Learn Grants?
New ministry projects designed to reach people not currently connecting with the church.
Initiatives that increase lay leadership and participation within a parish.
Innovation-focused projects where the parish identifies specific learning goals.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cast & Learn Grants?
You can contact Anglican Diocese of Toronto Foundation by email at jmarshall@toronto.anglican.ca or by phone at 416-363-6021.
Where is the Cast & Learn Grants available?
The Cast & Learn Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Cast & Learn Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cast & Learn Grants is a Grant and Funding
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