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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program
Micro-grants for safer communities in Durham
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports community-based violence prevention and intervention projects in Durham Region. It provides micro-grants of up to $4,000 per recipient for initiatives that address priority risk factors such as mental health, substance use, victimization, and social isolation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based violence prevention initiatives.
- Projects that reduce violence and support positive youth development.
- Activities addressing priority risk factors such as mental health, substance use, social isolation, victimization, racism, homelessness, and criminal involvement.
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- Budget form
- Most recent financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and emerging community groups.
- Residents leading community projects.
Who is not eligible
- Groups with a combined operating budget and revenue above $10,000.
- Organizations outside Durham Region.
Eligible expenses
- Project delivery costs for violence prevention and youth development initiatives.
- Training, capacity-building, and organizational support activities.
- Materials, supplies, and equipment needed for community programming.
- Awareness, outreach, and engagement activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Durham Region
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Successful applicants are announced in May.
Additional information
- Only groups with a combined operating budget and revenue of $10,000 or less will be considered.
- The results are announced in May.
- Applicants are directed to the Program Guidelines for full eligibility details.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants 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 - Community Micro-Grants Program?
This program supports community-based violence prevention and intervention projects in Durham Region. It provides micro-grants of up to $4,000 per recipient for initiatives that address priority risk factors such as mental health, substance use, victimization, and social isolation.
Who is eligible for the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program program, you must:
Small or emerging community groups.
Based in Durham Region.
Budget and revenue of $10,000 or less.
What expenses are eligible under Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program?
Community-based violence prevention initiatives.
Projects that reduce violence and support positive youth development.
Activities addressing priority risk factors such as mental health, substance use, social isolation, victimization, racism, homelessness, and criminal involvement.
Where is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program available?
The Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program?
Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program is funded by Region of Durham