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Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund

Funding for Durham community non-profits

Offered by
Regional Municipality of Durham

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Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Incorporated non-profit organizations (with or without charitable status).
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Overview

CSIP supports Durham Region non-profit organizations through the Community Social Investment Program. It funds operational, capacity-building, and food security projects that help reduce poverty, address inequities, and strengthen community services.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$50,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Social Services, Emergency and Relief
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local

Receipt of requests is now closed

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

CSIP dates and fund status updated

The Thriving Communities Fund is now closed, and the Sustainable Food Security Fund is now open with a May 27, 2026 deadline.

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The Community Social Investment Program page now shows the 2026 Thriving Communities Fund as closed, with applications opened February 19, 2026 and closed March 26, 2026 at 12 p.m. It also now shows the 2026 Sustainable Food Security Fund as open, with applications accepted from May 4, 2026 until May 27, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The Sustainable Food Security Fund description and application guidance were also reorganized, including the addition of a direct submit application link and updated guidelines links. The two-step application process, funding portal, and funding@durham.ca contact remain in place.

June 28, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Incorporated non-profit organizations (with or without charitable status).
  • Unincorporated community organizations under Financial Sponsorship of a registered charitable organization that meets all eligibility criteria.

Who is not eligible

  • Hospitals and post-secondary education institutions.
  • Organizations where the service component is conditional upon participation in religious or political activities.
  • For-profit organizations.
  • Applications made exclusively by government or government-based organizations.
  • Projects at the national or provincial level, unless Durham Region-based branch exists, and a direct local benefit can be demonstrated.

Eligible expenses

  • Professional and consultant fees for organizational plans, strategies, or policies.
  • Staff training and development costs.
  • Program evaluation or assessment costs.
  • Staff salaries, rent, supplies, and technology.
  • Marketing and communication activities.
  • Financial sponsor fees, if applicable.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Religious or political activities or proselytizing.
  • Capital Construction.
  • For profit work.
  • Event sponsorships.
  • Debt retirement, depreciation, or deficit funding.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Durham Region.

Activities funded

  • Operational and capacity-building activities that strengthen an organization’s ability to reduce or prevent poverty.
  • Projects that address food insecurity in Durham Region and support sustainable solutions.
  • Innovative projects that enhance the sustainability and resilience of the local food security sector.

How to apply

  • Funding applications will be accepted electronically, through the Durham Region Funding Portal.
  • All applicants must create an account and complete an Organizational Assessment before moving on to the full application.
  • If the Organizational Assessment is flagged for review, applicants will receive notification via email before they can proceed to the full funding application.
  • The full application will open to applicants after the Organizational Assessment has been completed and does not require further review.
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Selection criteria

  • Applications will be reviewed against the program principles and funding stream criteria.
  • Financial sustainability will be considered.
  • Demonstrated need will be considered.
  • Anticipated outcomes will be considered.
  • Collaboration will be considered.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications that are incomplete or do not meet eligibility requirements will not be assessed beyond the completeness and general eligibility review.
  • Applications that meet the general eligibility requirements will be assessed by a Funding Review Committee.
  • Eligible applications will be reviewed against the program principles and funding stream criteria, financial sustainability, demonstrated need, anticipated outcomes, and collaboration.
  • All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their funding application.
  • All projects and funding allocations will be subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Social Services.

Additional information

  • Priority may be given to organizations that have not previously received CSIP funding.
  • Applicants may use a financial sponsor if they are not incorporated.
  • Some applications may be reviewed before moving to the full application.
  • All applicants are notified in writing of the outcome.

Official sources

Program guide

2024 Thriving Communities Fund: Call for ApplicationsCommunity Social Investment Program ApplicationCommunity Social Investment Program Application (2025)

Application portal

The Regional Municipality of Durham Funding Portal
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund Program

What is the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund?

CSIP supports Durham Region non-profit organizations through the Community Social Investment Program. It funds operational, capacity-building, and food security projects that help reduce poverty, address inequities, and strengthen community services.

How much funding can be received?

Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund program?

To be eligible for the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund program, you must: Organizations, or a branch of the organization, must be located in Durham Region. The funding request must serve residents of Durham Region. Must be incorporated as a non-profit organization or apply under Financial Sponsorship.

What expenses are eligible under Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund?

Professional and consultant fees for organizational plans, strategies, or policies. Staff training and development costs. Program evaluation or assessment costs. Staff salaries, rent, supplies, and technology. Marketing and communication activities. Financial sponsor fees, if applicable.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund?

You can contact Regional Municipality of Durham.

Where is the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund available?

The Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Social Investment Program - Thriving Communities Fund is a Grant and Funding