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CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program
Cultural funding for Hamilton organizations
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program supports Hamilton cultural organizations that engage the public in strengthening and celebrating community identity. It offers three streams—Events & Established Activity, New Projects, and Capacity Building—for programs, events, projects, organizational development, and professional development initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers
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
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Activities, programming, events, and projects that engage the public in strengthening and celebrating community identity.
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit cultural organizations.
Additional information
- The program includes three funding streams: Events & Established Activity, New Projects, and Capacity Building.
- All programs funded through the Communities, Culture & Heritage Program support Hamilton’s community vision, Our Future Hamilton.
Contacts
Other components of this program
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program Program
What is the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program?
CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program supports Hamilton cultural organizations that engage the public in strengthening and celebrating community identity. It offers three streams—Events & Established Activity, New Projects, and Capacity Building—for programs, events, projects, organizational development, and professional development initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What expenses are eligible under CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program?
Activities, programming, events, and projects that engage the public in strengthening and celebrating community identity.
Who can I contact for more information about the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program?
You can contact City of Hamilton by email at grant.coordinator@hamilton.ca or by phone at 289-260-8119.
Where is the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program available?
The CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program program is available across Canada.
Is the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program?
CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage Program is funded by City of Hamilton