Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Richmond Hill, Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports eligible community groups in Richmond Hill with access to facilities, resources, and advisory support. It is designed for volunteer, not-for-profit groups delivering recreational, arts, cultural, social, or sports programs for local residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Richmond Hill
- Montérégie
- 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
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Delivery of recreational programs and services.
- Delivery of arts, cultural, social, and sports activities.
- Use of City facilities to support community programming.
Documents Needed
- Mission statement or mandate
- Articles of incorporation or charitable status registration
- Board or executive committee list
- Current membership list
- Financial statements and next-year budget
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Volunteer not-for-profit community groups
- Groups offering recreational, arts, cultural, social or sports programs
- Groups based in Richmond Hill
Who is not eligible
- Political parties and political advocacy groups
- Educational groups and child care programs
- Church or religious service groups
- Non-resident or commercial groups
- Groups whose services duplicate existing offerings without demonstrated need
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Political groups and parties
- Educational groups such as tutoring, daycare, nursery school, and after-school programs
- Church or religious services
- Groups based outside Richmond Hill
- Groups duplicating an existing service without demonstrated need
Eligible geographic areas
- Richmond Hill, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Fit with the City’s community needs.
- Ability to serve Richmond Hill residents broadly.
- Organizational structure and financial responsibility.
- Compliance with policy and human rights requirements.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application materials
- Gather the organization’s mandate, incorporation or charity documents, governance details, membership list, insurance certificate, program schedule, and financial records.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Provide the full application package to the Community Services Department with all requested supporting information.
- Step 3: City review
- The City reviews the application and may request additional information if needed.
- Step 4: Receive decision
- The City sends written notice of acceptance or ineligibility within 15 business days after receiving a complete application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed against the policy criteria.
- Acceptance or ineligibility is confirmed in writing.
- The City responds within 15 business days after receiving a complete application.
- Approved groups must sign an affiliation contract.
- Affiliated status can be renewed, but approval is not guaranteed.
Additional information
- Affiliated status is approved for up to two years.
- Applications are reviewed in writing by the City.
- Approved groups must sign an affiliation contract.
- The City may review records and documents at any time.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Group Affiliates Program Program
What is the Community Group Affiliates Program?
This program supports eligible community groups in Richmond Hill with access to facilities, resources, and advisory support. It is designed for volunteer, not-for-profit groups delivering recreational, arts, cultural, social, or sports programs for local residents.
Who is eligible for the Community Group Affiliates Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Group Affiliates Program program, you must:
Volunteer not-for-profit group
Based in Richmond Hill
Open membership for residents
What expenses are eligible under Community Group Affiliates Program?
Delivery of recreational programs and services.
Delivery of arts, cultural, social, and sports activities.
Use of City facilities to support community programming.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Group Affiliates Program?
You can contact City of Richmond Hill or by phone at 905-771-8870.
Where is the Community Group Affiliates Program available?
The Community Group Affiliates Program program is available Montérégie, Ontario.
Is the Community Group Affiliates Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Group Affiliates Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Group Affiliates Program?
Community Group Affiliates Program is funded by City of Richmond Hill