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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding support for local non-profit and charitable groups in Woolwich. It supports capital, operating, arts and culture, EDIB, special events, travel assistance, and fee-waiver requests.
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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 : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- People with disabilities
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Delivery of community programs and services
- Capital purchases for service delivery
- Arts and culture initiatives, activities, events, or programs
- Equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives
- Special events and travel to eligible competitions
Documents Needed
- Completed application form or eligibility form
- Constitution, mission statement, or statement of purpose
- Capital budget and sources of funding, where required
- Supporting documentation required by the application form
- Year-end accounting form, for ongoing reporting
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Local agencies and service groups
- Individuals, for select grant categories
- Sports teams, for travel assistance
Who is not eligible
- Commercial businesses
- For-profit groups
- Individuals for annual capital and operating grants
- School sports teams for travel assistance
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of a physical asset for organizational use
- Program and service delivery costs
- Costs related to special events or approved assistance requests
- Travel expenses for eligible competitions
- Township fees or charges that may be waived or offset
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Commercial or for-profit activities
- Operating deficits and previous-year deficits
- Activities that duplicate other services
- Funding used to give grants, donations, scholarships, or bursaries to others
- Fundraising events as the main purpose of special assistance requests
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Woolwich
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by staff against the policy and available funding.
- Depending on the category, the application is decided by Senior Management, the Municipal Clerk, or Council.
- Applicants are notified after the approval decision.
- Successful applicants must meet any required reporting and use the funds as approved.
Additional information
- The Township’s policy applies to charitable and non-profit community groups.
- Applications are subject to available funding and Council priorities.
- Approved recipients must recognize the Township’s contribution publicly.
- Funding must be used for the purpose stated in the application unless approved otherwise.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants and Special Assistance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants and Special Assistance. 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 Grants and Special Assistance?
This program provides funding support for local non-profit and charitable groups in Woolwich. It supports capital, operating, arts and culture, EDIB, special events, travel assistance, and fee-waiver requests.
How much funding can be received?
Grants and Special Assistance Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Grants and Special Assistance program?
To be eligible for the Grants and Special Assistance program, you must:
Charitable or non-profit applicants
Woolwich-related benefit
Other funding efforts shown
What expenses are eligible under Grants and Special Assistance?
Delivery of community programs and services
Capital purchases for service delivery
Arts and culture initiatives, activities, events, or programs
Equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives
Special events and travel to eligible competitions
Who can I contact for more information about the Grants and Special Assistance?
You can contact Township of Woolwich by email at clerk@woolwich.ca or by phone at 519-669-6000.
Where is the Grants and Special Assistance available?
The Grants and Special Assistance program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Grants and Special Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grants and Special Assistance is a Other Support