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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program

Q: What is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program?

The Building Safer Communities Grant Program offers targeted funding to organizations working on community violence prevention, youth safety, and gender-based violence initiatives within Durham Region. This support enables organizations to implement direct services, build capacity, and promote systemic change aimed at reducing violence and fostering safer neighborhoods.

Q: Who is eligible for the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program program, you must: Youth-serving non-profits in Durham with revenues over $500,000

Q: What expenses are eligible under Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program?

Development and delivery of violence prevention programs for youth and children. Capacity building activities for community organizations. Projects addressing intimate partner violence and gender-based violence prevention and response.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program?

You can contact Region of Durham by email at cswb@durham.ca.

Q: Where is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program available?

The Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 24, 2026

Canada

Support for violence prevention and community safety initiatives

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 150,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : August 22, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)

Scope

Local

Overview

The Building Safer Communities Grant Program offers targeted funding to organizations working on community violence prevention, youth safety, and gender-based violence initiatives within Durham Region. This support enables organizations to implement direct services, build capacity, and promote systemic change aimed at reducing violence and fostering safer neighborhoods.

Activities funded

Development and delivery of violence prevention programs for youth and children.
Capacity building activities for community organizations.
Projects addressing intimate partner violence and gender-based violence prevention and response.

Examples of admissible projects:

Community violence prevention program targeting youth engagement and support

Documents Needed

Grant application form
Budget sheet
Most recent financial statements
YTD financial statements

Eligibility

Applicants must be youth-serving non-profit organizations in Durham Region with revenues over $500,000.
Organizations responding to specific streams supporting youth and community violence prevention.
Violence Against Women responding agencies and non-profits addressing IPV and GBV in Durham Region.

Who is eligible?

Youth-serving non-profit organizations in Durham Region.

Eligible expenses

Activities supporting direct service delivery, capacity building, and prevention initiatives targeting youth safety and well-being.

Eligible geographic areas

Durham Region

Selection criteria

Alignment with program objectives for violence prevention and safety.
Community engagement and inclusion of diverse populations.
Capacity to demonstrate measurable impact.
Feasibility and clarity of project plan.

How to apply

Create an account and register your organization.Download and complete the grant application form.Prepare the project budget and gather financial statements.Submit the application and supporting documents by email.Await confirmation and follow-up instructions from the funding body.

Contacts

cswb@durham.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program. 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.