
Closed
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 4, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
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
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local non-profit organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Niagara region (Ontario)
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.
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.
What is the Community Boost?
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.
How much funding can be received?
Community Boost Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Boost program?
To be eligible for the Community Boost program, you must:
Local non-profit organization
What expenses are eligible under Community Boost?
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.
Where is the Community Boost available?
The Community Boost program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Boost?
Community Boost is funded by CAA Niagara
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