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OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant
Scale a proven community project for families
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 7, 2026
- Closing date : June 17, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports established parent-, guardian-, and caregiver-led groups to scale a proven community project over 2 to 3 years, with up to $150,000 per year. It funds work to deepen impact or expand reach through eligible project activities, staffing, project costs, and capacity building.
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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
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : January 7, 2026
- Closing date : June 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Enhancing an existing project to deepen its impact
- Expanding an existing project to reach more parents, guardians, and caregivers
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest
- Project Plan and Budget
- Organizational Mentor-Grassroots Group Collaborative Agreement
- Core group and board information
- Organizational Mentor information and supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Grassroots groups not registered as a charity or incorporated not-for-profit
- Incorporated not-for-profit corporations without share capital in Canada
- First Nations grassroots groups
Who is not eligible
- Registered charities
- Religious entities
- Municipalities
- For-profit organizations and businesses
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- Staffing costs, including wages and mandatory employee costs
- Transportation, honoraria, food, and support services
- Project supplies, materials, and equipment rental or purchase
- Communications, consultant or facilitator fees
- Capacity building costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital infrastructure or renovations
- Political or religious activities
- General ongoing operating costs
- Personal one-on-one professional services
- Participant groceries, household supplies, equipment, bursaries, sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of Interest is reviewed first.
- Shortlisted groups are invited to submit the full grant application.
- OTF reviews the application and makes a funding decision.
- Successful groups complete orientation and sign the grant contract through their Organizational Mentor.
- After approval, reporting, monitoring, evaluation, and possible audit requirements apply.
Additional information
- Only shortlisted Expression of Interest applicants are invited to submit the full grant application.
- An Organizational Mentor is required and must sign the collaborative agreement with the application.
- Successful groups must complete a mandatory orientation and trainings.
- Grantees must complete annual progress reporting, a final report, and evaluation activities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant. 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 OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant?
This program supports established parent-, guardian-, and caregiver-led groups to scale a proven community project over 2 to 3 years, with up to $150,000 per year. It funds work to deepen impact or expand reach through eligible project activities, staffing, project costs, and capacity building.
How much funding can be received?
OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **June 17, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant program?
To be eligible for the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant program, you must:
Led by parents, guardians, or caregivers
At least 2 years of core activities
Based in Ontario
What expenses are eligible under OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant?
Enhancing an existing project to deepen its impact
Expanding an existing project to reach more parents, guardians, and caregivers
Who can I contact for more information about the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant?
You can contact Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) by email at yof@otf.ca or by phone at 1 800 263-2887.
Where is the OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant available?
The OTF — Family Innovations Scale Grant program is available the province of Ontario.