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Community Social Investment Program (CSIP)
Funding for Durham non-profit community initiatives
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $50,000 per application to support Durham non-profits. It funds poverty reduction and food security initiatives, including capacity-building and sustainable community-focused projects.
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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 : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
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
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Seniors
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Poverty reduction and community support initiatives.
- Capacity-building and operational improvement projects for non-profits.
- Food security projects focused on sustainable, long-term solutions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations.
- Unincorporated community organizations with a financial sponsor.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations.
- Hospitals and post-secondary education institutions.
- Organizations tied to religious or political participation.
- Government or government-based organizations applying alone.
Eligible expenses
- Operational and capacity-building activities.
- Program delivery, training, infrastructure, and systems improvements.
- Financial sponsorship fees, where applicable.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital construction or major capital infrastructure.
- Debt retirement, depreciation, or deficit funding.
- Religious or political activities, including proselytizing.
- Direct clinical assessment or treatment, and regulated therapeutic services.
- Event sponsorships and federally or provincially funded settlement or English-language programming.
Eligible geographic areas
- Durham Region, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Demonstrated community need.
- Alignment with program principles and funding priorities.
- Financial sustainability and organizational capacity.
- Expected outcomes and impact.
- Collaboration and partnerships, where applicable.
How to apply
- Step 1: Organizational Assessment
- Create an account in the Durham Region Funding Portal.
- Complete the Organizational Assessment online.
- Wait for email notification if your file is flagged for review.
- Step 2: Funding Application
- Access the full application after the assessment is validated.
- Submit the application electronically through the Funding Portal.
- Ensure the application is signed by an authorized representative.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed for completeness and general eligibility.
- Eligible applications are assessed by a Funding Review Committee.
- Final funding decisions require approval by the Commissioner of Social Services.
- Applicants are notified in writing of the outcome.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the Durham Region Funding Portal.
- First-time applicants must complete an Organizational Assessment before the full application.
- Applications may be invited to connect with CSIP staff for support or clarification.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) Program
What is the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP)?
The program provides up to $50,000 per application to support Durham non-profits. It funds poverty reduction and food security initiatives, including capacity-building and sustainable community-focused projects.
How much funding can be received?
Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) program?
To be eligible for the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Based in Durham Region
Benefits Durham residents
What expenses are eligible under Community Social Investment Program (CSIP)?
Poverty reduction and community support initiatives.
Capacity-building and operational improvement projects for non-profits.
Food security projects focused on sustainable, long-term solutions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP)?
You can contact Region of Durham by email at funding@durham.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) available?
The Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) is a Partnering and Collaboration