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Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund - Canada
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Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund

Supports community projects aligned with local priorities
Centre Wellington Community Foundation
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 6, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

Provides up to $8,000 to support community projects in the former Village of Elora. Eligible initiatives must align with at least one priority area, such as health and wellbeing, housing, arts and culture, belonging and leadership, reducing inequality, or the environment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 8,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 6, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
Location
  • Canada
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
  • Other Health Services
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Housing
Target groups
  • General public
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Projects supporting belonging and leadership in the community
  • Projects addressing housing-related needs
  • Projects improving health, wellbeing, and food security
  • Projects advancing arts and culture
  • Projects addressing the gap between rich and poor
  • Projects supporting environmental priorities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Charities
  • Not-for-profit organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Former Village of Elora (Ontario)

Processing and Agreement

  • Funding decisions are typically communicated within 4 weeks after the application closing date.

Additional information

  • The fund honours Jack R. MacDonald’s legacy of support to the former Village of Elora.
  • The program aligns with the 2019 Vital Signs Report and recognizes the role of charities and not-for-profits in community health and well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Jack R. MacDonald 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.

What is the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund?

Provides up to $8,000 to support community projects in the former Village of Elora. Eligible initiatives must align with at least one priority area, such as health and wellbeing, housing, arts and culture, belonging and leadership, reducing inequality, or the environment.

How much funding can be received?

Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund Funds up to $8,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund program?

To be eligible for the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund program, you must: Charities and not-for-profits Projects aligned with priority focus areas

What expenses are eligible under Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund?

Projects supporting belonging and leadership in the community Projects addressing housing-related needs Projects improving health, wellbeing, and food security Projects advancing arts and culture Projects addressing the gap between rich and poor Projects supporting environmental priorities

Who can I contact for more information about the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund?

You can contact Centre Wellington Community Foundation.

Where is the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund available?

The Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund program is available across Canada.

Is the Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund is a Grant and Funding

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