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Love My Hood Matching Grant
Resident-led neighbourhood projects in Kitchener
Latest source updateLast Update: May 11, 2026Latest change: The grant page now shows updated review timing, application guidance, and contact details, with some links and instructions also revised.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 11, 2026
Latest change: The grant page now shows updated review timing, application guidance, and contact details, with some links and instructions also revised.
Love My Hood grant guidance updated
The Love My Hood Matching Grant page was updated with revised application guidance, including a new statement that applications are accepted online anytime throughout the year and review periods now occur in March, June, and November. The application instructions, supporting template link, and contact details were also refreshed, and some resource links and wording in the grant guidance were changed. The core funding amounts and general grant purpose remain the same.
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
March 13, 2025
Location
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Both formal and informal neighbourhood-based community groups in Kitchener
See full eligibility
Overview
The LoveMyHood Matching Grant supports neighbourhood-based community groups in Kitchener with amounts up to $30,000. It helps fund resident-led projects and neighbourhood initiatives across Kitchener that renew public spaces, strengthen community pride, and improve safety, accessibility, mobility, and belonging.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capital projects
Documents Needed
- LoveMyHood Matching Grant Budget Template
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Both formal and informal neighbourhood-based community groups in Kitchener
- Newly formed groups created for the purpose of a specific project
- Pre-existing groups undertaking a project
Who is not eligible
- Any person, including any individual, body, business, or entity, that hosts, arranges, contributes to or promotes Conversion Practices.
Eligible expenses
- Materials and supplies
- Volunteer labour or time
- Professional or contractor services
- Borrowed equipment
- Cash or in-kind matching contributions
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- ongoing maintenance of a project
- a recurring event or program
- wages, or other ongoing expenses
- Conversion Practices
Eligible geographic areas
- Kitchener city limits
Selection criteria
- Preference will be given to groups who demonstrate in their application that they have gone above the minimum engagement requirements.
- Preference will be given to projects that provide more opportunities for residents based on their age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, generation, language, region and socio-economic status.
- Applications from new and emerging neighbourhood groups will be given priority consideration during each quarterly intake period over applications from neighbourhoods and groups that have previously received considerable funding through LoveMyHood.
- To ensure multiple areas of the city benefit from this grant, preference will be given to awarding at least one grant per year for each of the city’s 10 wards, provided qualified applications exist.
How to apply
- Review the grant criteria listed below.
- Submit your application online beginning early February 2025.
- Email and mail proposals are also accepted.
Processing and Agreement
- All grant requests will be reviewed and evaluated by the Love My Hood Matching Grant Selection Committee, which consists of a maximum of 10 members, including four City of Kitchener staff and six resident volunteers.
- The selection committee will begin reviewing applications after each quarterly grant deadline.
- Groups will be notified of the outcome of their application as soon as possible, but typically within 4 to 6 weeks of application submission.
- All projects funded by the LoveMyHood Matching Grant require a written agreement or letter of understanding.
- Successful applicants are required to complete an evaluation form related to improving the LoveMyHood Matching Grant and provide a financial report following the conclusion of the project.
Additional information
- Successful applicants are expected to acknowledge the contributions of the City of Kitchener and other grant sponsors on all promotional materials, and are encouraged to use #LoveMyHood on social media.
- Recognition in the form of a plaque or other medium is expected for long-term capital projects and community gardens.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Love My Hood Matching Grant Program
What is the Love My Hood Matching Grant?
The LoveMyHood Matching Grant supports neighbourhood-based community groups in Kitchener with amounts up to $30,000. It helps fund resident-led projects and neighbourhood initiatives across Kitchener that renew public spaces, strengthen community pride, and improve safety, accessibility, mobility, and belonging.
How much funding can be received?
Love My Hood Matching Grant Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Love My Hood Matching Grant program?
To be eligible for the Love My Hood Matching Grant program, you must:
Neighbourhood-based community groups in Kitchener
Multiple people who live and/or work in the neighbourhood
One-time neighbourhood project within Kitchener city limits
Who can I contact for more information about the Love My Hood Matching Grant?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at lovemyhood@kitchener.ca or by phone at 519-741-2663.
Where is the Love My Hood Matching Grant available?
The Love My Hood Matching Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Love My Hood Matching Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Love My Hood Matching Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Love My Hood Matching Grant?
Love My Hood Matching Grant is funded by City of Kitchener