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Meaford Recreation Fund
Recreation assistance based on financial need
Latest source updateLast Update: July 31, 2026Latest change: The Recreation Fund now shows a criteria document with clearer eligible and ineligible activities, plus updated contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 31, 2026
Latest change: The Recreation Fund now shows a criteria document with clearer eligible and ineligible activities, plus updated contact details.
Recreation Fund criteria updated
The Recreation Fund now includes a criteria document that clarifies what the funding can be used for, including established recreation and amateur programs, summer camps, individual fitness or pool memberships, equipment, non-resident fees, and certain recreational passes or support-worker costs. It also lists ineligible uses such as private schooling tuition, private facility rentals, private instruction, and travel costs, and it adds a direct municipal contact for questions: Mackenzie Fleming, Recreation Programming Coordinator, mfleming@meaford.ca, 705.606.5012.
Funding available
$ 200 - $ 500
Deadline
Closed
Location
Grey Highlands, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Meaford Recreation Fund provides funding based on financial need for children and adults in the Municipality of Meaford. It supports recreation activities, related equipment, and programs in Meaford or neighbouring communities such as Owen Sound, Thornbury, and Chatsworth.
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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 : 500 $
- Minimum amount : 200 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Grey Highlands
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Sports
- Outdoor and fitness activities
- Creative and educational activities
- Community programs
- Summer camps
Documents Needed
- Adult Recreation Fund Application Form
- Youth Recreation Fund Application Form
- Income verification may be requested
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Children and youth 18 and under
- Adults 19 and over
- Residents of the Municipality of Meaford
Eligible expenses
- Registration fees from established recreation, amateur, and house league level organizations within the Municipality of Meaford, City of Owen Sound, Town of the Blue Mountains, Township of Chatsworth or Grey Highlands
- Registration fees for established recreational programming within the Municipality of Meaford
- Bluewater District School Board recreational trips and summer camps
- Fitness or pool memberships, equipment, and recreational related licenses or passes
- Non-resident fees and the cost of support worker for participants requiring inclusion support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Tuition fees associated with private schooling
- Private facility rentals
- Private instruction
- Travel costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipality of Meaford
- City of Owen Sound
- Town of the Blue Mountains
- Township of Chatsworth
- Grey Highlands
How to apply
- Apply online using the Adult Recreation Fund or Youth Recreation Fund forms.
- Take the application to the Meaford Food Bank & Outreach in person at 34 Trowbridge St W, Meaford, ON.
- Or send the application by email to Meaford Food Bank & Outreach.
Additional information
- Applications must be completed in full.
- Information provided is confidential.
- Income verification may be requested.
- Applicants may check with Meaford Food Bank & Outreach if an activity is not listed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Meaford Recreation Fund Program
What is the Meaford Recreation Fund?
The Meaford Recreation Fund provides funding based on financial need for children and adults in the Municipality of Meaford. It supports recreation activities, related equipment, and programs in Meaford or neighbouring communities such as Owen Sound, Thornbury, and Chatsworth.
How much funding can be received?
Meaford Recreation Fund Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Meaford Recreation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Meaford Recreation Fund program, you must:
Meaford residents only.
Financial need required.
Complete application form.
What expenses are eligible under Meaford Recreation Fund?
Sports
Outdoor and fitness activities
Creative and educational activities
Community programs
Summer camps
Who can I contact for more information about the Meaford Recreation Fund?
You can contact Municipality of Meaford by email at meafordfoodbank@gmail.com or by phone at 519-538-4550.
Where is the Meaford Recreation Fund available?
The Meaford Recreation Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Meaford Recreation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Meaford Recreation Fund is a Grant and Funding