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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides in-kind facility support for public events hosted in Kitchener. Funding can cover city facility rental fees and basic set-up staff costs, up to a maximum of $500 per year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Kitchener
- 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
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Public events that benefit the common good of Kitchener residents.
- Events in arts and culture, minor sports and recreation, or community support and development.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations or groups hosting a public event.
- Service clubs hosting eligible city-wide events.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Part groups of an organization or group.
- Organizations in arrears or litigation with the City of Kitchener.
- Groups hosting fundraising events or distributing grants to others.
Eligible expenses
- City facility rental fees.
- Basic set-up staff costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing rentals for meetings or programming.
- Costs and service fees other than facility rental and basic set-up staff.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kitchener, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the City of Kitchener.
- Applicants are notified if the grant is approved or denied.
- Next steps are shared after the decision.
Additional information
- One in-kind facility grant is available per event per year.
- The City will review applications and notify applicants of approval or denial.
- Applicants should consider inclusion and accommodation for persons with disabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Facility grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Facility 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 Facility grants?
This program provides in-kind facility support for public events hosted in Kitchener. Funding can cover city facility rental fees and basic set-up staff costs, up to a maximum of $500 per year.
How much funding can be received?
Facility grants Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Facility grants program?
To be eligible for the Facility grants program, you must:
Public event in Kitchener.
Event held at a city facility.
Applicant can manage the event.
What expenses are eligible under Facility grants?
Public events that benefit the common good of Kitchener residents.
Events in arts and culture, minor sports and recreation, or community support and development.
Where is the Facility grants available?
The Facility grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Facility grants?
Facility grants is funded by City of Kitchener