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City of Woodstock — Community Grants - Ontario - Canada
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City of Woodstock — Community Grants

Support for community-focused local organizations
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
September 1, 2026
Opened July 2, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply

Volunteer organizations

See full eligibility

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.
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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
  • Varies by project
Funds Providers

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

Official page

Community Grants

Program guide

City of Woodstock Policy Manual - Community Grants Program (2025)

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.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is September 1, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

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 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