Closed
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Matt Stever Fund provides support to families in Prince Edward County facing hardship due to a child’s severe illness, accident, or death. It helps cover transportation, accommodation, and living costs related to family distress.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Emergency support for families facing child-related hardship.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Parent permission form, if applying for someone else
- Contact details for the child’s treating physician
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families in Prince Edward County
- Individuals applying for their own family
- Individuals nominating another family
Eligible expenses
- Transportation costs
- Accommodation costs
- Living costs related to family distress
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward County, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose the application method
- Apply online using the preferred form.
- Alternatively, use the PDF application form for scanning or mailing.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting information
- Provide details about the child’s condition.
- Include the treating physician’s name and phone number.
- Obtain parent permission if applying on behalf of someone else.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Email the scanned form to info@thecountyfoundation.ca.
- Or mail the application to The County Foundation in Picton, Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted to The County Foundation.
- The County Foundation forwards applications to the Rotary Club of Picton and the Stever family for review.
- If approved, the cheque is issued by the Rotary Club of Picton.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted throughout the year.
- Families may submit a new application later if circumstances continue.
- Parent permission is required when applying for someone else.
- Applications may be reviewed with the child’s attending doctor to verify information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Matt Stever Fund Program
What is the Matt Stever Fund?
The Matt Stever Fund provides support to families in Prince Edward County facing hardship due to a child’s severe illness, accident, or death. It helps cover transportation, accommodation, and living costs related to family distress.
Who is eligible for the Matt Stever Fund program?
To be eligible for the Matt Stever Fund program, you must:
Prince Edward County families
Child-related hardship
Own application or nomination
What expenses are eligible under Matt Stever Fund?
Emergency support for families facing child-related hardship.
Who can I contact for more information about the Matt Stever Fund?
You can contact The County Foundation by email at info@thecountyfoundation.ca or by phone at 613-519-4470.
Where is the Matt Stever Fund available?
The Matt Stever Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Matt Stever Fund?
Matt Stever Fund is funded by The County Foundation