Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program offers up to six $5,000 grants to support local organizations and partnerships in Kingston. It funds events, cultural activities, recreational products, and beautification projects that attract both residents and visitors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creating or enhancing local events.
- Creating or enhancing cultural activities.
- Creating or enhancing recreational products.
- Creating or enhancing beautification projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local organizations
- Local partnerships
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the selection process.
- Successful applicants are notified after the review.
- Funding is awarded only to selected recipients.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rural Community Program Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rural Community Program Fund. 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 Rural Community Program Fund?
The program offers up to six $5,000 grants to support local organizations and partnerships in Kingston. It funds events, cultural activities, recreational products, and beautification projects that attract both residents and visitors.
How much funding can be received?
Rural Community Program Fund Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Rural Community Program Fund program?
To be eligible for the Rural Community Program Fund program, you must:
Local organizations or partnerships
Projects that attract residents and visitors
Events, cultural, recreation, or beautification projects
What expenses are eligible under Rural Community Program Fund?
Creating or enhancing local events.
Creating or enhancing cultural activities.
Creating or enhancing recreational products.
Creating or enhancing beautification projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Rural Community Program Fund?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at contactus@cityofkingston.ca or by phone at 613-546-0000.
Where is the Rural Community Program Fund available?
The Rural Community Program Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Rural Community Program Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rural Community Program Fund is a Grant and Funding