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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.
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- Funding available
- $ 90,000
- Deadline
- 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.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $90,000
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Local
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
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
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.
How to apply
Step 1: Submit a letter of interest in electronic PDF format.Step 2: Await invitation to prepare a full application if shortlisted.Step 3: Complete the full application and supporting documents.Step 4: Submit the complete application by the specified deadline.
Documents Needed
- Letter of interest submission in electronic PDF format.
Selection criteria
- Innovation and originality of the proposed approach.
- Potential for significant impact on low-income communities.
- Feasibility of project implementation.
- Alignment with strategic goals of improving economic livelihoods.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Inclusive Local Economies Program: Opportunities Fund Program
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.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
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?
Project-related expenses supporting innovative approaches to improve economic livelihoods.
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.