Open
Closing Soon
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This municipal fund supports community projects and events that benefit Greater Napanee. It offers up to $30,000 per year for eligible initiatives aligned with community benefit criteria.
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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
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- 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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community events and celebrations.
- Community improvement initiatives.
- Health and wellness projects.
- Arts and culture activities.
- Youth, seniors, recreation, public safety, and local economic growth initiatives.
Documents Needed
- Completed Community Initiatives Fund application form.
- Detailed breakdown of how the funds will be used.
- Final report on fund use and project impact.
- Receipts, where appropriate or requested.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community groups
- Non-profit organizations
- Charities
- Event organizers
- Eligible individuals based in or serving Greater Napanee
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations or initiatives.
- Applicants seeking core operational funding.
- Applicants with unresolved reporting requirements on previous funding.
Eligible expenses
- Project and event costs directly tied to the approved community initiative.
- Reasonable trip expenses for eligible local teams, where approved under special considerations.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core operational funding.
- Primarily for-profit initiatives.
- Requests that do not meet the fund’s reporting requirements.
Eligible geographic areas
- Greater Napanee
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Advisory Committee.
- The Committee makes recommendations to Town Council.
- Town Council approves, denies, or otherwise decides on funding.
- Successful applicants may be required to recognize the Town and other contributors.
- Final reporting is required after the project is completed.
Additional information
- Two intake periods are held each year.
- Applications are reviewed by an advisory committee and then forwarded to Town Council.
- Successful applicants must provide a final report and receipts where requested.
- Recipients may be asked to acknowledge the Town and other contributors.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Initiatives Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Initiatives Fund. 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 Initiatives Fund?
This municipal fund supports community projects and events that benefit Greater Napanee. It offers up to $30,000 per year for eligible initiatives aligned with community benefit criteria.
How much funding can be received?
Community Initiatives Fund Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **May 31, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Community Initiatives Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Initiatives Fund program, you must:
Not-for-profit or community-based applicant
Project benefits Greater Napanee
Project matches priority areas
What expenses are eligible under Community Initiatives Fund?
Community events and celebrations.
Community improvement initiatives.
Health and wellness projects.
Arts and culture activities.
Youth, seniors, recreation, public safety, and local economic growth initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Initiatives Fund?
You can contact Town of Greater Napanee by email at cif@greaternapanee.com or by phone at 613-354-3351.
Where is the Community Initiatives Fund available?
The Community Initiatives Fund program is available the province of Ontario.