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Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants
Support for Mississauga community needs
Latest source updateLast Update: September 29, 2026Latest change: The 2027 grant round is now open, with September 30, 2026 at 5 p.m. deadlines added for the Pendle and Smart and Caring Children and Youth funds and a complete grant guidelines PDF added to the application instructions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 29, 2026
Latest change: The 2027 grant round is now open, with September 30, 2026 at 5 p.m. deadlines added for the Pendle and Smart and Caring Children and Youth funds and a complete grant guidelines PDF added to the application instructions.
2027 Grant Round Now Open
The Mississauga Foundation’s 2027 Grant Round is now open. The Pendle Fund and the Smart and Caring Children and Youth Fund now list an application deadline of September 30, 2026 at 5 p.m., and the Smart and Caring fund now specifies that applications are open to registered charities and not-for-profits. A complete grant guidelines PDF was also added to the application instructions.
Funding available
$ 2,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Mississauga Foundation Catalogue of Community Needs Grant supports registered charities and eligible partners in Mississauga to address community needs through unrestricted funding. Charities can request up to $2,000 for local initiatives that benefit Mississauga residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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 : 2,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Mississauga
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Charities may share their specific needs for consideration by donor-advised funders.
Documents Needed
- Partnership Agreement, if two charities are working together on one application
- Electronic fund transfer (EFT) form as part of the grant agreement
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charity with a charitable registration number.
- Not-for-Profit organizations may apply only with a Partnership Agreement with a Registered charity.
- Two registered charities are welcome to apply for funding together, with one charity acting as the lead organization.
Who is not eligible
- Not-for-Profit organizations cannot apply as a lead charity for the Spring round, unless they partner with a registered charity as the lead.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising or campaigning events
- Political or religious activities
- Sponsorships
- Scholarships and bursaries
- Retroactive funding for any project expenses incurred prior to the Foundation’s decision date
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the foundation's focus areas
- Efficiency and cost-efficiency of the project
- Capacity of the organization to develop, collaborate, and deliver the proposed outcomes
- Community benefit and impact
- Sustainability beyond the granting period
How to apply
- First review the helpful information in the FAQ section.
- Create an account or log in to your account.
- Complete the online grant application.
- Use the Apply button to view all available grants or begin your application once the grant round opens.
- Use the Preview button if you want to view the application questions beforehand.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and decisions are made by August 2026.
- If successful, the organization must return any required agreements and reports via the online system.
- If successful, the organization must fill out the electronic fund transfer (EFT) form as part of the grant agreement.
- The organization should acknowledge the grant in marketing materials, website, social media, and other communications.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted in February for the Novo Nordisk Chronic Disease Fund, Hazel McCallion Arts, Culture & Heritage Fund, and the Catalogue of Community Needs Grant.
- Applications for the Pendle Fund and the Smart and Caring Children & Youth Fund are accepted in September.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Funding is generally approved between April and August, and applicants will be notified of the outcome.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants Program
What is the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants?
The Mississauga Foundation Catalogue of Community Needs Grant supports registered charities and eligible partners in Mississauga to address community needs through unrestricted funding. Charities can request up to $2,000 for local initiatives that benefit Mississauga residents.
How much funding can be received?
Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants program?
To be eligible for the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a registered charity with a charitable registration number.
A Not-for-Profit organization may apply only with a Partnership Agreement with a registered charity.
The organization must be Mississauga based or have an impact in Mississauga.
What expenses are eligible under Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants?
Charities may share their specific needs for consideration by donor-advised funders.
Who can I contact for more information about the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants?
You can contact The Community Foundation of Mississauga by email at grants@mississaugafoundation.ca.
Where is the Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants available?
The Mississauga Foundation - Catalogue of Community Needs Grants program is available the province of Ontario.