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Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund
Funding for Whitby performing arts initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Performing Arts Community Development Fund provides financial support for Whitby-based community groups and organizations with a presence in Whitby. It supports performing arts programs, events, initiatives, and projects, with funding of up to $5,000 and up to $25,000 for exceptional cases.
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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
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Whitby
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Performing arts programs.
- Performing arts events.
- Performing arts initiatives.
- Performing arts projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Whitby-based community groups.
- Whitby-based organizations.
- Applicants with a presence in Whitby.
Eligible geographic areas
- Whitby, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- A formal decision notice is issued within two months of receipt.
Additional information
- Applications receive a formal decision notice within two months.
- Funding supports performing arts programs, events, initiatives, and projects.
- Exceptional projects may be considered for higher support, including capital.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund Program
What is the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund?
The Performing Arts Community Development Fund provides financial support for Whitby-based community groups and organizations with a presence in Whitby. It supports performing arts programs, events, initiatives, and projects, with funding of up to $5,000 and up to $25,000 for exceptional cases.
How much funding can be received?
Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund program, you must:
Whitby-based group or organization.
Must have a presence in Whitby.
Performing arts project required.
What expenses are eligible under Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund?
Performing arts programs.
Performing arts events.
Performing arts initiatives.
Performing arts projects.
Where is the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund available?
The Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund?
Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund is funded by Town of Whitby