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Community Crisis Response Fund
Support for Toronto communities after violent incidents
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 28, 2026Latest change: The Community Crisis Response Fund updated its youth-stream criteria and follow-up contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 28, 2026
Latest change: The Community Crisis Response Fund updated its youth-stream criteria and follow-up contact details.
Community Crisis Response Fund criteria updated
The Community Crisis Response Fund now says youth-stream projects must be youth-led and that youth must be the primary focus, replacing the previous wording that referred to MVP youth as the focus. The same page also removes or rearranges some eligibility wording, and the follow-up contact has changed from the Supervisor of Community Funding to the Manager of Community Funding.
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Grassroot groups, resident-led groups, non-profit organizations or charities
See full eligibility
Overview
This fund provides up to $5,000 in one-time financial assistance for communities affected by traumatic incidents and community violence. It supports projects in Toronto that focus on community healing, wellbeing, and capacity building.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Projects or activities that address a specific violent incident or crisis in Toronto
- Community healing and resiliency activities or projects
- Community capacity-building activities or projects
- Youth-led, youth-driven projects or activities that address a specific violent incident or crisis in a community and contribute to community capacity building and community healing and wellbeing
Documents Needed
- Project application
- Project activity workplan
- Project budget template
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Grassroot groups, resident-led groups, non-profit organizations or charities
- Groups, organizations or initiatives that are predominately created, devised, governed, staffed and implemented by young people
- Groups must consist of three or more members
- Youth age for project participants: 12 to 29
Who is not eligible
- Groups applying for both streams for the same incident.
- Projects focused on religious activities.
- Projects requesting subsidies for individual needs.
Eligible expenses
- Project coordination, honoraria, and speaker or facilitation fees.
- Food and drinks, basic supplies, transportation, and childcare.
- Other project-related costs reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Major equipment purchases.
- Fundraising events, donations, and reserve funds.
- Debt repayment, deficit funding, political or religious activities.
- Raffles, scholarships, and individual subsidies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto
Selection criteria
- Alignment with community healing and capacity building priorities.
- Connection to the impacted community.
- Equitable consideration of first-time and diverse applicant groups.
How to apply
- Step 1: Connect with a Community Development Officer
- Contact a local Community Development Officer before applying.
- Get support for the application process.
- Step 2: Prepare application materials
- Complete the project activity workplan.
- Complete the project budget template.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Submit the application online.
- Send all required materials with the application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and funding decisions may take up to two months.
- City staff may contact applicants with clarification questions.
- Applicants must respond to clarification requests within 30 days.
- If approved, funding is provided under the program’s conditions.
Additional information
- Applications are assessed through an equitable process.
- First-time and diverse applicant groups are supported.
- Accommodation for special needs may be available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Crisis Response Fund Program
What is the Community Crisis Response Fund?
This fund provides up to $5,000 in one-time financial assistance for communities affected by traumatic incidents and community violence. It supports projects in Toronto that focus on community healing, wellbeing, and capacity building.
How much funding can be received?
Community Crisis Response Fund Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Community Crisis Response Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Crisis Response Fund program, you must:
Toronto-based group or organization
Connected to a Community Development Officer
Project tied to a recent violent incident
What expenses are eligible under Community Crisis Response Fund?
Projects or activities that address a specific violent incident or crisis in Toronto
Community healing and resiliency activities or projects
Community capacity-building activities or projects
Youth-led, youth-driven projects or activities that address a specific violent incident or crisis in a community and contribute to community capacity building and community healing and wellbeing
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Crisis Response Fund?
You can contact City of Toronto by email at ccrf@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-338-2084.
Where is the Community Crisis Response Fund available?
The Community Crisis Response Fund program is available the province of Ontario.