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Energizing Life Community Fund

Q: Who is eligible for the Energizing Life Community Fund program?

To be eligible for the Energizing Life Community Fund program, you must: Indigenous community, charity, or non-profit Operations in Ontario Community wellbeing focus

Q: Where is the Energizing Life Community Fund available?

The Energizing Life Community Fund program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Energizing Life Community Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Energizing Life Community Fund is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Energizing Life Community Fund?

Energizing Life Community Fund is funded by Hydro One (H)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Support for community wellbeing initiatives in Ontario

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This funding provides up to $25,000 for projects that improve community wellbeing in Ontario. It supports community-focused initiatives delivered by eligible organizations with a commitment to cultural diversity.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : March 17, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

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
Indigenous peoples
Nonprofits / charities
Minority groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Provincial

Activities funded

Community projects focused on improving local wellbeing.
Initiatives that promote cultural diversity through programs and services.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 24,000

After-school youth wellbeing program with culturally responsive peer supports

$ 24,800

Community cooking and connection hub supporting seniors and newcomer wellbeing

Eligibility

Applicant is an Indigenous community, Canadian registered charity, or non-profit organization.
Organization is non-politically affiliated.
Project focuses on improving community wellbeing.
Organization is committed to cultural diversity through programs, services, and funding.
Organization has operations in Ontario.

Who is eligible?

Indigenous communities
Canadian registered charities
Non-profit organizations

Who is not eligible

Politically affiliated organizations

Eligible geographic areas

Ontario

Processing and Agreement

Recipients are announced in the summer.

Additional information

Recipients are announced in the summer.
The general deadline listed is March 17, 2025.
Funded organizations must be able to report transparently on community investment activities and impact.
Funded organizations must be willing to collaborate on stakeholder and employee engagement opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Energizing Life Community Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Energizing Life Community Fund. 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.