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St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation
Funding for Toronto charitable agencies
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
October 31, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides grants to local charitable agencies working to reduce poverty-related risks in Toronto. Funding supports programs and projects serving adults, youth, and children facing issues such as unemployment, homelessness, poor health, discrimination, and other related challenges.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Charitable programs that help reduce poverty-related risks.
- Projects supporting adults, youth, and children facing hardship.
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Annual report
- Recent financial statements
- Program or project description
- Program or project budget
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable agencies in Toronto
- Non-profit organizations serving vulnerable communities
Who is not eligible
- Organizations seeking support for operational or administrative costs
- Non-profits applying for the same grant in consecutive years, typically
Eligible expenses
- Program or project costs for eligible charitable initiatives.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operational costs
- Administrative costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto
Selection criteria
- Toronto-based charities serving people affected by poverty-related risks.
- Preference for smaller underfunded charities.
- Alignment with priority issues such as unemployment, homelessness, health, education, domestic violence, and discrimination.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application package
- Write a cover letter.
- Gather the annual report and recent financial statements.
- Prepare the program or project description and budget.
- Step 2: Submit digital application
- Send the application electronically in a digital format such as .doc or .pdf.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee of St. Andrew’s Society board members and volunteers.
- Selection is based on the stated criteria and funding priorities.
Additional information
- Applications for 2026 funding were accepted until October 31, 2025.
- Only digital applications are accepted.
- Applications may be submitted in formats such as .doc or .pdf.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation Program
What is the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation?
This program provides grants to local charitable agencies working to reduce poverty-related risks in Toronto. Funding supports programs and projects serving adults, youth, and children facing issues such as unemployment, homelessness, poor health, discrimination, and other related challenges.
Who is eligible for the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation program?
To be eligible for the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation program, you must:
Toronto-based charity
Serves people facing poverty-related risks
Focuses on reducing hardship
What expenses are eligible under St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation?
Charitable programs that help reduce poverty-related risks.
Projects supporting adults, youth, and children facing hardship.
Who can I contact for more information about the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation?
You can contact St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation by email at sasgrants@gmail.com.
Where is the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation available?
The St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation?
St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation is funded by St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation