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Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund - Toronto - Ontario - Canada
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Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund

Supports community projects to improve economic mobility for low-income people in Toronto.
The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 90,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

This initiative provides funding to support innovative projects that aim to improve economic opportunities for low-income residents in Toronto. The program supports activities that enhance wages, facilitate access to good jobs, and leverage community assets to foster economic mobility.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 90,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Toronto
  • 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

  • Developing strategies to improve low-wage work and upward mobility.
  • Increasing access to quality employment for low-income populations.
  • Utilizing neighborhood assets to support economic development initiatives.

Documents Needed

  • Letter of interest submission in electronic PDF format.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Organizations focused on community development in Toronto.

Eligible expenses

  • Project-related expenses supporting innovative approaches to improve economic livelihoods.

Eligible geographic areas

Toronto

Additional information

  • The grant is awarded without a specified maximum amount, but is unlikely to exceed $90,000 per year based on budget constraints.

Contacts

hdunford@metcalffoundation.com

Frequently Asked Questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities 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 Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund?

This initiative provides funding to support innovative projects that aim to improve economic opportunities for low-income residents in Toronto. The program supports activities that enhance wages, facilitate access to good jobs, and leverage community assets to foster economic mobility.

How much funding can be received?

Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund Funds up to $90,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund program?

To be eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund program, you must: Address strategic areas related to low-income economic improvement.

What expenses are eligible under Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund?

Developing strategies to improve low-wage work and upward mobility. Increasing access to quality employment for low-income populations. Utilizing neighborhood assets to support economic development initiatives.

Who can I contact for more information about the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund?

You can contact The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation by email at hdunford@metcalffoundation.com.

Where is the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund available?

The Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund is a Grant and Funding

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