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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program
Funding for community safety initiatives in Durham Region
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 22, 2025
Location
Clarington, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports community-based violence prevention and intervention initiatives in Durham Region. Funding is available for youth safety and well-being projects, as well as IPV and GBV prevention and response work, up to $150,000 per project depending on the stream.
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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
- Community-based violence prevention and intervention initiatives.
- Youth safety and well-being capacity-building activities.
- IPV and GBV prevention, intervention, survivor support, and systemic change initiatives.
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- Budget form
- Most recent financial statements
- Year-to-date financial statements
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth-serving non-profit organizations in Durham Region
- Violence Against Women responding agencies in Durham Region
- Non-profit organizations serving people affected by IPV or GBV in Durham Region
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs for community safety, youth, or IPV/GBV initiatives.
- Capacity-building costs such as training, office supplies, and equipment.
- Program delivery costs for direct services, outreach, and awareness activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Durham Region, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to initiatives serving equity-deserving youth.
- Indigenous-led organizations may be prioritized.
- Projects should strengthen services, resilience, or access to support in Durham Region.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application
- Complete the grant application form.
- Complete the budget form.
- Gather the most recent financial statements and year-to-date financial statements.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Email the completed application package to cswb@durham.ca.
- Step 3: Await confirmation
- Applicants receive a confirmation email once the application is received.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the Region of Durham.
- Selected applicants receive a notice of decision in June 2026.
- Successful applicants must sign a written funding agreement before funding is finalized.
- The agreement sets out results, timelines, reporting, payment, and other obligations.
Additional information
- Applications from Indigenous-led organizations may be prioritized.
- Some initiatives may receive special consideration if they address the needs of equity-deserving groups.
- An information session is available for applicants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program Program
What is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program?
This program supports community-based violence prevention and intervention initiatives in Durham Region. Funding is available for youth safety and well-being projects, as well as IPV and GBV prevention and response work, up to $150,000 per project depending on the stream.
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:
Located in Durham Region
Serves Durham residents
Fits a program stream
What expenses are eligible under Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program?
Community-based violence prevention and intervention initiatives.
Youth safety and well-being capacity-building activities.
IPV and GBV prevention, intervention, survivor support, and systemic change initiatives.
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