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Community Well-being Bursary Program
Funding for community well-being projects
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 4,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Meaford, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to 10% of the overall funding envelope to support community well-being in the Municipality of Meaford. It funds events, programs, and services that strengthen community safety, health, and well-being.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Meaford
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- Women & girls
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Events, programs, and services that improve community safety and well-being.
- Local initiatives that enhance resident well-being in Meaford.
- Community projects aligned with the Well-being Plan.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community groups.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Charitable organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose activities primarily serve religious or political membership purposes.
- Organizations seeking funding for debts, deficits, borrowing costs, or fundraising targets.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Deficits or borrowing costs.
- Debt repayment or endowment growth.
- Fundraising targets.
- Alcohol, consultants, or personal equipment.
- Activities mainly serving religious or political membership purposes.
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Meaford, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Well-being Plan’s priority areas.
- Contribution to community safety and well-being.
- Alignment with the Municipality’s vision, values, and strategic priorities.
- Sound financial and organizational management.
- Support from other partners, funding sources, and volunteers.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program requirements
- Confirm the project fits the program focus on community well-being.
- Check the eligibility and ineligible cost rules.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Explain how the request will improve the event, service, or program for residents.
- Show how it aligns with Council’s strategic priorities.
- Step 3: Submit and present
- Submit the application during the intake period.
- Attend the special Council meeting and give a short presentation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Council at a special meeting.
- Applicants are invited to make a short presentation.
- Successful applicants receive ongoing funding for the term.
- Recipients must provide annual updates and a presentation during the term.
Additional information
- Recipients must provide an annual update to staff.
- Recipients must make at least one presentation to Council per term.
- A summary of awarded grants is published by the Municipality of Meaford.
- The program is designed to support long-term funding over a four-year Council term.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Well-being Bursary Program Program
What is the Community Well-being Bursary Program?
This program provides up to 10% of the overall funding envelope to support community well-being in the Municipality of Meaford. It funds events, programs, and services that strengthen community safety, health, and well-being.
How much funding can be received?
Community Well-being Bursary Program Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Well-being Bursary Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Well-being Bursary Program program, you must:
Community group, nonprofit, or charity.
Operates in Meaford.
Project supports local well-being.
What expenses are eligible under Community Well-being Bursary Program?
Events, programs, and services that improve community safety and well-being.
Local initiatives that enhance resident well-being in Meaford.
Community projects aligned with the Well-being Plan.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Well-being Bursary Program?
You can contact Municipality of Meaford by email at msmith@meaford.ca or by phone at 519-538-1060, Ext. 1115.
Where is the Community Well-being Bursary Program available?
The Community Well-being Bursary Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Well-being Bursary Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Well-being Bursary Program is a Grant and Funding