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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Building Safer Communities Grant Program
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Support for violence prevention and community safety initiatives
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
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.
Who is not eligible
Eligible expenses
- Activities supporting direct service delivery, capacity building, and prevention initiatives targeting youth safety and well-being.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
Durham RegionSelection 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.
Processing and Agreement
Contacts
cswb@durham.ca
Canada
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