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Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Shelburne, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This municipal funding program supports community organizations, events, and projects in Shelburne. The maximum requested amount is $15,000, and eligible initiatives may include operating support, special events, community events, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Shelburne
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operating support for community organizations
- Special events with cultural, social, or recreational value
- Recurring community events open to the public
- Projects or programs that support arts, culture, environment, heritage, recreation, or health
Documents Needed
- Completed municipal grant application form
- Financial statements for the previous year
- Evidence of surplus or deficit from the previous year
- Bank statement showing year-end balance
- Invoices paid with prior-year grant funds, if returning applicant
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Registered charitable organizations
- Community organizations, groups, agencies, and volunteers
- External organizations requesting sponsorship support
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations not partnered with a registered non-profit or charity
- Organizations with direct or indirect ongoing litigation with the Town
Eligible expenses
- General operating expenses, including administrative and program-related costs.
- Municipal property, facilities, materials, or resources provided in-kind.
- Support for one-time or recurring community events through cash, goods, or services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Overhead or administrative costs not related to the project.
- Capital costs for items that depreciate.
- Projects already supported by the Town in another capacity.
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Shelburne, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the annual deadline and must be complete to be considered.
- Council and/or the Municipal Grant Funding Committee assess applications against policy criteria.
- A presentation or interview may be requested during budget deliberations.
- Applicants are notified in writing after Council approval of the annual budget.
- Approved funding may include conditions and payment restrictions.
Additional information
- Applications become public records, except for personal contact details.
- Organizations receiving support must uphold the Town’s standards of respect, dignity, and inclusion.
- Multi-year financial forecasts may be required for applicants seeking funding in consecutive years.
- Applicants requesting $5,000 or more may be asked for additional supporting documents.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Grant Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Grant Funding. 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 Municipal Grant Funding?
This municipal funding program supports community organizations, events, and projects in Shelburne. The maximum requested amount is $15,000, and eligible initiatives may include operating support, special events, community events, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions.
How much funding can be received?
Municipal Grant Funding Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Municipal Grant Funding program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Grant Funding program, you must:
Registered non-profit or charity
At least one year of operations
Project benefits Shelburne residents
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Grant Funding?
Operating support for community organizations
Special events with cultural, social, or recreational value
Recurring community events open to the public
Projects or programs that support arts, culture, environment, heritage, recreation, or health
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Grant Funding?
You can contact Town of Shelburne by email at treasurer@shelburne.ca or by phone at 519-925-2600.
Where is the Municipal Grant Funding available?
The Municipal Grant Funding program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Municipal Grant Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Municipal Grant Funding is a Grant and Funding