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TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF)
Funds Canadian grassroots environmental education and public green space projects
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : July 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF) Grant supports grassroots environmental projects in Canada—primarily environmental education and public green space programs—with most grants typically ranging from $2,000 to $8,000 (no set maximum). Eligible activities include schoolyard greening, park revitalization and programming, community gardens, outdoor classrooms and nature play, citizen science initiatives, and tree planting/urban greening projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : July 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Environmental education initiatives (including hands-on learning components, workshops, and public education on local environmental issues).
- Greening and revitalization of public green spaces (e.g., schoolyard greening and park revitalization).
- Community garden projects that address at least one environmental issue and include community engagement and/or educational components.
- Outdoor classrooms and nature play projects that connect students to environmental learning.
- Tree planting and urban greening projects that engage community volunteers and prioritize native species.
Documents Needed
- Project budget (attached to the application form)
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian charities (registered organizations).
- Educational institutions (primary, secondary, or post-secondary).
- Municipalities.
- Indigenous groups and communities.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals (the Foundation does not provide funding to individuals).
- Organizations seeking funding for projects taking place outside of Canada.
- Organizations requesting funding for projects already underway (applications must be submitted before the project starts).
- Organizations whose project is primarily advocacy-related (e.g., campaigns or protests), as these expenses are not funded.
- Organizations proposing projects on private land with no public access.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Infrastructure or capital costs (e.g., sheds, solar panels, low-flush toilets, water refill stations)
- Administrative, contingency, or operating expenses
- Projects already underway or costs incurred before the application date
- Travel-related costs (mileage, accommodation, meals) and venue rentals
- Projects outside Canada, advocacy-related activities, or projects on private land with no public access
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada (projects must take place in Canada).
Processing and Agreement
- After submission, you receive an automatic email confirmation that TD FEF has received your application.
- Your application is reviewed by one of six TD FEF Regional Advisory Boards (volunteer boards made up of TD employees and environmental leaders in the region).
- Applications are reviewed twice per year, aligned to Regional Advisory Board meetings (March for Winter submissions; September for Summer submissions).
- TD FEF notifies applicants of decisions according to the set schedule (April for Winter submissions; October for Summer submissions).
Additional information
- Funding requests are needs-based, and most TD FEF grants are between $2,000 and $8,000.
- Applications are reviewed by one of six volunteer Regional Advisory Boards made up of TD employees and environmental leaders.
- TD Friends of the Environment Foundation is a national charity founded by TD Bank Group in 1990.
- TD Friends of the Environment Foundation’s administrative costs are covered by TD Bank Group, and the Bank donates over $1 million annually to the Foundation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF). 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 TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF)?
The TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF) Grant supports grassroots environmental projects in Canada—primarily environmental education and public green space programs—with most grants typically ranging from $2,000 to $8,000 (no set maximum). Eligible activities include schoolyard greening, park revitalization and programming, community gardens, outdoor classrooms and nature play, citizen science initiatives, and tree planting/urban greening projects.
Who is eligible for the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) program?
To be eligible for the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) program, you must:
Registered Canadian charity with a Charitable Registration Number (CRN)
Educational institution (primary/secondary/post-secondary)
Municipality or Indigenous group/community
What expenses are eligible under TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF)?
Environmental education initiatives (including hands-on learning components, workshops, and public education on local environmental issues).
Greening and revitalization of public green spaces (e.g., schoolyard greening and park revitalization).
Community garden projects that address at least one environmental issue and include community engagement and/or educational components.
Outdoor classrooms and nature play projects that connect students to environmental learning.
Tree planting and urban greening projects that engage community volunteers and prioritize native species.
Who can I contact for more information about the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF)?
You can contact TD Bank (TD) by email at tdfef@td.com or by phone at 1-866-222-3456.
Where is the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) available?
The TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) program is available across Canada.
Is the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF)?
TD — Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant (TD FEF) is funded by TD Bank (TD), TD Friends of the Environment Foundation
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