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Homelessness Prevention Fund
Housing support to prevent homelessness
Funding available
$ 2,400
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Homelessness Prevention Fund provides up to $1,500 every 24 months for singles and couples without children or $2,400 for families with children to homeowners, renters, and people experiencing homelessness in the City of Kingston and County of Frontenac, including Frontenac Islands, to keep or find housing. Eligible uses include rent, utility arrears, and moving costs.
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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 : 2,400 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Housing
Target groups
- General public
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preventing eviction and helping people keep their home.
- Supporting unhoused individuals to secure permanent housing.
Documents Needed
- Employment statements, Employment Insurance statements, Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security Pension, and other pension or income statements.
- Federal and provincial child tax credit documents and Ontario Student Assistance Program information.
- Utility bills or a letter or notice from the utility company.
- Rent receipt or mortgage statement, property tax statement, eviction notice, proof of citizenship, and a copy of the lease.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Homeowners, renters, and individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Eligible renters may live in market-rate, affordable, or Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) housing.
Who is not eligible
- Ontario Works clients
- Ontario Disability Support Program clients
Eligible expenses
- Rent, mortgage, property tax arrears, and utility arrears.
- Damages with a Landlord and Tenant Board ruling.
- Small home repairs.
- Moving and start-up costs.
- First and/or last month’s rent and required tenant insurance.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kingston
- County of Frontenac, including Frontenac Islands
How to apply
- Become a client of one of the authorized agencies listed below.
- Speak with your agency worker about your need for the Homelessness Prevention Fund.
- Complete the application with the agency and obtain approval to submit it.
- If your application is declined, request a review in writing within 10 business days.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and approved by Salvation Army Kingston Community & Family Services.
- Authorized agencies help complete and submit the application.
- If the application is declined, a written review may be requested within 10 business days.
Additional information
- Applications are managed and approved by Salvation Army Kingston Community & Family Services Branch.
- Income levels are effective as of January 1, 2025, and may change.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Homelessness Prevention Fund Program
What is the Homelessness Prevention Fund?
Homelessness Prevention Fund provides up to $1,500 every 24 months for singles and couples without children or $2,400 for families with children to homeowners, renters, and people experiencing homelessness in the City of Kingston and County of Frontenac, including Frontenac Islands, to keep or find housing. Eligible uses include rent, utility arrears, and moving costs.
How much funding can be received?
Homelessness Prevention Fund Funds up to $2,400 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Homelessness Prevention Fund program?
To be eligible for the Homelessness Prevention Fund program, you must:
Applicants must live in the City of Kingston or the County of Frontenac, including Frontenac Islands.
Applicants must be Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, or refugee claimants.
Applicants must have a gross income below the housing income limits and be connected to an authorized agency.
What expenses are eligible under Homelessness Prevention Fund?
Preventing eviction and helping people keep their home.
Supporting unhoused individuals to secure permanent housing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Homelessness Prevention Fund?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at none or by phone at 613-544-4661.
Where is the Homelessness Prevention Fund available?
The Homelessness Prevention Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Homelessness Prevention Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Homelessness Prevention Fund is a Grant and Funding