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Community Boost

Q: How much funding can be received?

Community Boost Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Community Boost program?

To be eligible for the Community Boost program, you must: Local non-profit organization

Q: Where is the Community Boost available?

The Community Boost program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Community Boost?

Community Boost is funded by CAA Niagara

Last Update: February 3, 2026

ON, Canada

Funding and partnership support for local non-profits

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Minimum amount : 10,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 4, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except 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

Not Elsewhere Classified

Target groups

Nonprofits / charities

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local

Overview

Two local non-profits receive up to $10,000 in one-time funding. The initiative supports community impact through volunteerism, marketing support, fundraising assistance, and increased visibility over 12 months.

Activities funded

Activities that increase community awareness for the organization.
Fundraising initiatives supported through fundraising assistance.
Marketing and promotional initiatives supported through marketing support.
Volunteer-supported initiatives delivered during the 12-month support period.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 10,000

Upgrade food program operations, storage, and community outreach for families

$ 10,000

Deliver senior road-safety workshops and volunteer mobility support all year

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The applicant must be a local non-profit organization.

Who is eligible?

Local non-profit organizations

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Niagara region (Ontario)

Selection criteria

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

Two local non-profit organizations are selected each year.
Selected organizations receive marketing support, volunteerism, and fundraising assistance for 12 months.
Recipients’ branding is placed as vehicle decals on two new fleet vehicles to increase community awareness.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Boost Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Boost. 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.