Opening Soon
City of Woodstock — Community Grants
Support for community-focused local organizations
Last Update: June 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 2, 2026
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The City of Woodstock Community Grants program provides financial assistance to local non-profit, charitable, or volunteer organizations in Woodstock, Ontario, to support community-focused initiatives. Eligible activities include programs, services, special projects, operating costs, and selected recreational endeavours for youth under 18.
/100
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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 2, 2026
- Closing date : September 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- All industries
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Programs
- Events
- Initiatives
- Special projects
- Recreational endeavours for Woodstock youth under 18 years of age
Documents Needed
- The organization’s most recent financial statement
- An approved proposed budget for the year of the grant request or the budget for a specific project/purpose
- A list of the organization’s executive
- A detailed description of the applicant’s purpose, goals, and financial request
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Volunteer organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Charitable organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Commercial businesses
- For-profit organizations
- Political organizations
- Publicly funded institutions
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expense
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Woodstock
Selection criteria
- Demonstrated need for the project, program, or service in the City
- Financial sustainability
- The purpose for which the funding is to be used
- Whether another level of government or agencies is subsidizing this purpose
- The amount required to run the program, service, or event
How to apply
- Submit completed applications online through the City’s website.
- Submit completed applications by mail or drop off at City Hall.
Processing and Agreement
- City staff will screen all completed grant applications for eligibility and provide them to the Community Grants Advisory Committee for review.
- The Committee will assess each eligible application and provide City Council with a list of recommended grant applications and respective funding allocations.
- City Council makes a final funding decision based on the information and recommendations provided.
- The Clerk Services Coordinator or designate will advise the applicant of Council’s decision and forward the grant amount if approved.
Additional information
- An organization is allowed only one successful application per calendar year.
- Special grants may be awarded on a “one-time” basis only.
- If March 1st or September 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. the following business day.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of Woodstock — Community Grants Program
What is the City of Woodstock — Community Grants?
The City of Woodstock Community Grants program provides financial assistance to local non-profit, charitable, or volunteer organizations in Woodstock, Ontario, to support community-focused initiatives. Eligible activities include programs, services, special projects, operating costs, and selected recreational endeavours for youth under 18.
Who is eligible for the City of Woodstock — Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the City of Woodstock — Community Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a local non-profit, charitable or volunteer organization.
The organization must have been in existence for at least one year.
The organization must have a location in the City, or over half of its participants must reside in the City.
What expenses are eligible under City of Woodstock — Community Grants?
Programs
Events
Initiatives
Special projects
Recreational endeavours for Woodstock youth under 18 years of age
Who can I contact for more information about the City of Woodstock — Community Grants?
You can contact City of Woodstock by email at none or by phone at 519-539-2382 extension 2507.
Where is the City of Woodstock — Community Grants available?
The City of Woodstock — Community Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City of Woodstock — Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of Woodstock — Community Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the City of Woodstock — Community Grants?
City of Woodstock — Community Grants is funded by City of Woodstock