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Durham Community Foundation Community Grants

Supports community initiatives aligned with local priorities
Durham Community Foundation (DCF)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 4, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

This program provides funding to support community initiatives that align with priorities identified in the Foundation’s Vital Signs Report. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and supported activities focus on projects delivered in Durham Region that benefit local residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 4, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
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
  • All industries
Target groups
  • General public
  • Children & youth
  • Seniors
  • Women & girls
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Initiatives that strengthen community connection, inclusion, and regional pride.
  • Projects that build civic engagement, belonging, trust, and community participation.
  • Environmental initiatives supporting resilient infrastructure and climate action.
  • Programs addressing food insecurity, health and wellbeing, housing, income and work, safety, seniors, or youth development.
  • Municipal-focused initiatives benefiting residents of Ajax or Scugog Township (as applicable).

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered charities
  • Small and mid-sized charitable organizations (priority)

Eligible geographic areas

  • Durham Region (Ontario)
  • Ajax, Ontario (for Ajax Community Fund)
  • Scugog Township, Ontario (for Joel W. Aldred, D.F.C., RCAF and Ann Mooney-Aldred Fund)

Processing and Agreement

  • Funding decisions are communicated in December.

Additional information

  • Program priorities are based on data from the Foundation’s Vital Signs Report.
  • Priority is given to small and mid-sized organizations with operating budgets under $1 million.
  • Funding priorities include a municipal focus through dedicated funds for Ajax and Scugog Township residents.
  • Decisions are communicated in December.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants. 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 Durham Community Foundation Community Grants?

This program provides funding to support community initiatives that align with priorities identified in the Foundation’s Vital Signs Report. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and supported activities focus on projects delivered in Durham Region that benefit local residents.

Who is eligible for the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants program?

To be eligible for the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants program, you must: Registered charity Mailing address in Durham Region Benefits Durham Region residents

What expenses are eligible under Durham Community Foundation Community Grants?

Initiatives that strengthen community connection, inclusion, and regional pride. Projects that build civic engagement, belonging, trust, and community participation. Environmental initiatives supporting resilient infrastructure and climate action. Programs addressing food insecurity, health and wellbeing, housing, income and work, safety, seniors, or youth development. Municipal-focused initiatives benefiting residents of Ajax or Scugog Township (as applicable).

Who can I contact for more information about the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants?

You can contact Durham Community Foundation (DCF).

Where is the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants available?

The Durham Community Foundation Community Grants program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Durham Community Foundation Community Grants is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Durham Community Foundation Community Grants?

Durham Community Foundation Community Grants is funded by Durham Community Foundation (DCF)

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