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Renfrew County Community Development Fund
Non-repayable funding for local economic development
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for community economic development projects. It supports initiatives that strengthen the business community, create measurable impact, and advance local economic development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Marketing and promotional activities
- Tourism initiatives
- Seminars and workshops
- Technology and innovation projects
- Research projects, feasibility studies, and business plans
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Project description and timeline
- Cash flow projection and project budget
- Articles of Incorporation, if applicable
- Board or council motion to enter into the agreement, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Business Improvement Areas
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Single-business projects
- Projects mainly benefiting outside Renfrew County
Eligible expenses
- Expenses directly related to project activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Wages of current staff
- Core operations and ongoing operating costs
- Basic website costs
- Leasehold improvements, construction, and repairs
- Projects benefiting a single business or mainly outside Renfrew County
Eligible geographic areas
- Renfrew County
- City of Pembroke
Selection criteria
- Strategic local economic development priorities
- Measurable impact on businesses and the local economy
- Sound work plan and budget
- Strong partnerships and project sustainability
- Demonstrated capacity to complete the project
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete and sign the application form.
- Prepare the project description, timeline, cash flow projection, and project budget.
- Gather required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed application to info@rccfdc.org.
- Applications can be submitted until funds are fully allocated.
- Step 3: Review and decision
- The application is reviewed by the Community Development Officer and review committee.
- Applicants are notified of the decision.
- Step 4: Agreement and payment
- Approved applicants sign the required agreement.
- Funds are released after project completion and submission of the final claim and final report.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received by the Community Development Officer.
- A review committee assesses the application.
- Approved applicants must sign a third-party agreement.
- Funds are released after project completion, final claim, and final report.
Additional information
- Funding is limited and not all eligible projects will be approved.
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss their project before applying.
- The program is closed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Renfrew County Community Development Fund Program
What is the Renfrew County Community Development Fund?
This program provides non-repayable funding of up to $5,000 for community economic development projects. It supports initiatives that strengthen the business community, create measurable impact, and advance local economic development.
How much funding can be received?
Renfrew County Community Development Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Renfrew County Community Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Renfrew County Community Development Fund program, you must:
Municipality, BIA, or not-for-profit
Incremental economic development project
Properly signed application
What expenses are eligible under Renfrew County Community Development Fund?
Marketing and promotional activities
Tourism initiatives
Seminars and workshops
Technology and innovation projects
Research projects, feasibility studies, and business plans
Who can I contact for more information about the Renfrew County Community Development Fund?
You can contact Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (RCCFDC) by email at info@rccfdc.org.
Where is the Renfrew County Community Development Fund available?
The Renfrew County Community Development Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Renfrew County Community Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Renfrew County Community Development Fund is a Partnering and Collaboration