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Tay Township Grants and Donations Program

Modest funding for Tay Township community groups

Offered by

Tay Township

Official source: tay.ca

Source change captured May 11, 2026

Funding available: $ 1,500
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Tay Township, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply: Groups or organizations based in Tay Township.; See full eligibility

Overview

Applications for the 2026 Grants and Donations Program have closed. The program provides modest financial assistance for community groups and volunteer organizations serving Tay Township, including events, services, and activities aligned with Township priorities.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $1,500

Financing goals

Develop strategic partnerships
Develop a new program or service
Increase social or community impact
Enhance an existing program
Strengthen organizational capacity
Train or support volunteers
Start a business
Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location: Tay Township
Ontario
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: All groups
Legal structures: Non-profit

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation: Culture and Arts, Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Economic, Social and Community Development, Civic and Advocacy Organizations, Grant-making Foundations, Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion, Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups: General public, Nonprofits / charities, Community leaders
Revenue structures: 100% donations / grants
Scope: Local

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 1

Latest changes

May 11, 2026

Grants and Donations Program status updated

The 2026 Grants and Donations Program is now shown as closed, with application guidance and form availability reduced on the page.

The program page now shows the 2026 Grants and Donations Program as closed, which changes the active application window and makes the timeline information less actionable. The page also reflects reduced application guidance, including changes to how applicants access the form and submission instructions. Eligibility, funding scope, and the core program purpose appear broadly unchanged, but the application process is now presented as closed rather than open for submissions.

Official source: tay.ca

May 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Groups or organizations based in Tay Township.
Groups or organizations that directly benefit Tay Township residents.
Chartered service clubs based in Tay Township.
Youth groups or service clubs based in Tay Township.

Who is not eligible

Individuals.
For-profit organizations.
Organizations mainly serving as funding sources for others.
Faith organizations promoting or requiring adherence to a faith.
Schools, school boards, and post-secondary institutions.

Eligible expenses

Modest financial assistance for community events or festivals.
Support for partnerships with the Township.
Costs to maintain or operate private structures or property used for community benefit.
Expenses related to federal or provincial grant application requirements.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Capital items such as equipment, machinery, tools, and vehicles.
Travel expenses for members of the group or organization.
Sponsorship of athletic endeavours.
Fundraising events.
Requests from individuals, for-profit groups, schools, faith organizations promoting a faith, and Township boards or committees.

Eligible geographic areas

Tay Township, Ontario.

Activities funded

Community programs, services, and events that benefit Tay Township residents.
One-time start-up funding for a new community event or festival.

How to apply

Step 1: Review program policy
- Read the Grants and Donations Policy to confirm eligibility.
- Check that the request fits the program scope.
Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the Grant Application electronically in full.
- Provide all required organization and project information.
Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application to the Financial Analyst by email, in person, or by mail.
- Submit by the annual deadline.
Step 4: Await decision and follow-up
- Wait for notification after the budget is adopted.
- If funded, complete the required Grant Report by the stated deadline.

Documents Needed

Completed Grant Application (Schedule A)
Grant Report (Schedule B) for funded groups
Names and titles of all directors and principal officers
Projected revenue information for the organization

Selection criteria

Need for the requested funds.
Contribution to community well-being.
Availability of funding resources.
Financial impact on the Township.
Collaboration with other local organizations.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed by the Grants and Donations Committee before budget deliberations.
Applicants are notified after the budget is adopted.
Approved organizations must complete a Grant Report by December 31 of the funding year.
Late, incomplete, or unclear applications may be declined.

Additional information

Applications must be completed electronically.
A Grant Report is required after funding is received.
Accessibility formats or communication supports are available on request.
Funding is not guaranteed and depends on available Township funds.

Contacts

ewhiteside@tay.ca

705-534-7248 ext. 249

Official sources

Tay Township Now Accepting Applications for the Grants and Donations Program until September 30th, 2024

Application form

Grants and Donations - Grant Report “Schedule C”

Supporting document

Grants and Donations - Grant Report Policy/Program: Grants and Donations

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Tay Township Grants and Donations Program Program

What is the Tay Township Grants and Donations Program?

How much funding can be received?

Tay Township Grants and Donations Program Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Tay Township Grants and Donations Program program?

To be eligible for the Tay Township Grants and Donations Program program, you must: Volunteer-based groups. Direct benefit to Tay Township residents. Based in or serving Tay Township.

What expenses are eligible under Tay Township Grants and Donations Program?

Modest financial assistance for community events or festivals. Support for partnerships with the Township. Costs to maintain or operate private structures or property used for community benefit. Expenses related to federal or provincial grant application requirements.