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Durham Community Foundation Community Grants
Community funding for Durham Region organizations
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : July 4, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports community projects that respond to local needs in Durham Region. It prioritizes initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s Vital Signs priorities, including community, youth, health, housing, food security, and other areas.
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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
- Varies by project
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
- Community initiatives that strengthen connection and inclusion.
- Projects supporting health, wellbeing, food security, housing, safety, seniors, or youth.
- Environmental and climate-action initiatives.
- Programs that improve civic engagement and belonging.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Durham Region
- Ajax
- Scugog Township
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the Foundation’s priorities.
- Decisions are communicated in December.
Additional information
- Priority is given to small and mid-sized organizations.
- Priority is given to organizations with operating budgets under $1 million.
- Applications aligned with Vital Signs priorities are carefully considered.
- Some funds are tied to specific municipalities, including Ajax and Scugog Township.
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 supports community projects that respond to local needs in Durham Region. It prioritizes initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s Vital Signs priorities, including community, youth, health, housing, food security, and other areas.
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
Based in Durham Region
Serves Durham residents
What expenses are eligible under Durham Community Foundation Community Grants?
Community initiatives that strengthen connection and inclusion.
Projects supporting health, wellbeing, food security, housing, safety, seniors, or youth.
Environmental and climate-action initiatives.
Programs that improve civic engagement and belonging.
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)