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Municipal Grant Policy

Support for community-based local initiatives
Last Update: April 29, 2026
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Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada

Overview

Up to $20,000 per year is available to support community-based programs, projects, and events in South Stormont. The program also offers in-kind donations for eligible community initiatives and requires an annual application with supporting documents.
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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 : 2,500 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Public administration
Location
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
  • General public
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Starting community-based programs, projects, or events
  • Operating community-based programs, projects, or events
  • Supporting community-based programs, projects, or events
  • Maintaining community-based programs, projects, or events

Documents Needed

  • Completed municipal grant application form
  • Brief organization history
  • Board or committee member list
  • Financial Analysis Form or recent financial statements
  • In-kind support summary, if requested

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered charities
  • Not-for-profit corporations
  • Public organizations
  • Private organizations

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations with outstanding balances to the Township
  • Organizations that have not complied with prior reporting requirements
  • Political organizations or politically affiliated groups

Eligible expenses

  • Administration costs, up to 30% of funded event expenditures
  • Event and project expenses related to the approved initiative
  • In-kind support for approved event needs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Retroactive funding
  • Debt repayment
  • Charitable donations
  • Replacement for other funding sources

Eligible geographic areas

  • Township of South Stormont

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Director of Finance or designate and relevant department directors.
  • Recommendations are brought to Council for approval.
  • Applicants are notified after the budget process.
  • Funding is released after the Letter of Agreement is signed and received.

Additional information

  • Subject to annual budget approval.
  • Only one application per organization per year.
  • Applicants must sign a Letter of Agreement before funding is released.
  • Unused funds must be returned after the event.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Grant Policy Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Grant Policy. 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 Policy?

Up to $20,000 per year is available to support community-based programs, projects, and events in South Stormont. The program also offers in-kind donations for eligible community initiatives and requires an annual application with supporting documents.

How much funding can be received?

Municipal Grant Policy Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Municipal Grant Policy program?

To be eligible for the Municipal Grant Policy program, you must: Community-based initiative South Stormont benefit Eligible organization type

What expenses are eligible under Municipal Grant Policy?

Starting community-based programs, projects, or events Operating community-based programs, projects, or events Supporting community-based programs, projects, or events Maintaining community-based programs, projects, or events

Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Grant Policy?

You can contact Township of South Stormont by email at accountsreceivable@southstormont.ca or by phone at 613-534-8889.

Where is the Municipal Grant Policy available?

The Municipal Grant Policy program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Municipal Grant Policy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Municipal Grant Policy is a Grant and Funding