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Investing in Women's Futures

Q: How much funding can be received?

Investing in Women's Futures Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Investing in Women's Futures program?

To be eligible for the Investing in Women's Futures program, you must: Programs for women facing violence/economic insecurity Provides wraparound supports and safe space Targets women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ economic empowerment

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Investing in Women's Futures?

You can contact Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).

Q: Where is the Investing in Women's Futures available?

The Investing in Women's Futures program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Investing in Women's Futures a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Investing in Women's Futures is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 10, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Supports women-centred services for safety and economic empowerment

Grant and Funding

Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

Overview

Provides up to $150,000 per fiscal year to support organizations delivering wraparound services. Funding supports safe spaces and multifaceted programs that help women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals stabilize their lives, build skills, and improve economic security.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 150,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 8, 2022

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

Ontario

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

2SLGBTQI+
Women

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Activities funded

Programs and services providing multifaceted supports for women who have experienced violence and/or economic insecurity.
Women-centred initiatives offering safe spaces and wraparound supports to stabilize lives and support healing and wellness.
Skills development supports to help participants secure better jobs and achieve economic self-sufficiency and security.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 120,000

Implementing a mobile healthcare service for women in underserved regions

$ 125,000

Creating a women-focused entrepreneurship training and support center

Eligibility

The applicant must deliver programs/services supporting women affected by violence and/or economic insecurity.
The proposed initiative must provide multifaceted or wraparound supports to help participants rebuild their lives and gain skills.
The project must align with economic empowerment, safety, and well-being outcomes for women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals.

Who is eligible?

Women-centred organizations (often operated by women, for women)
Organizations delivering supports for women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals

Eligible geographic areas

Across the province (location not specified)

Additional information

Annual funding is available per fiscal year.
The latest published general deadline was 2022-11-08 (deadline has passed).

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Investing in Women's Futures Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Investing in Women's Futures. 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.