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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program
Support for violence prevention and community safety initiatives
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 22, 2025
Location
Clarington, Ontario, Canada
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.
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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 : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : August 22, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Clarington
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- From $ 500,000 to $ 500,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- Budget sheet
- Most recent financial statements
- YTD financial statements
Eligibility
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
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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.
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.
How much funding can be received?
Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
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
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.
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.
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 the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program is a Grant and Funding