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Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship
Supports innovative research and systemic thinking
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This fellowship supports critical thinkers exploring complex issues in the Foundation’s program areas. Awards are up to $30,000 to support project activities related to environment, inclusive local economies, or performing arts.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research and writing on policy or systemic issues.
- Work focused on environment, inclusive local economies, or performing arts.
- Projects that develop and share new ideas, models, or practices.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals with a strong professional record.
- Registered charitable organizations associated with the prospective fellow.
- Collaborative teams of complementary individuals.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking funding for book production.
- Applicants seeking curricula or toolkit creation.
- Projects not directly related to the Foundation’s sectors.
Eligible expenses
- Costs associated with project activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Book production.
- Curricula or toolkit creation.
- Research unrelated to the Foundation’s sectors.
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Expressions of Interest are first reviewed by Foundation staff.
- Applicants may be asked to provide more information or clarification.
- Complete proposals are reviewed by the Foundation’s Board and staff.
- Funding decisions are made by the Board of Directors and are final.
- Applicants can expect a decision within 3 months of submission.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to contact the relevant Program Director in advance.
- The program is currently under review and not accepting new applications.
- Most fellowships result in a formal paper.
- Collaborative submissions may be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship. 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 - Innovation Fellowship?
This fellowship supports critical thinkers exploring complex issues in the Foundation’s program areas. Awards are up to $30,000 to support project activities related to environment, inclusive local economies, or performing arts.
How much funding can be received?
Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship program?
To be eligible for the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship program, you must:
Advances a program area
Recognized track record
10+ years of related experience
What expenses are eligible under Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship?
Research and writing on policy or systemic issues.
Work focused on environment, inclusive local economies, or performing arts.
Projects that develop and share new ideas, models, or practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship?
You can contact The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation.
Where is the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship available?
The Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship is a Researchers And Facilities