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The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support
Supports local student nutrition programs
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports local student nutrition programs and emergency student needs in Hastings and Prince Edward counties. It provides funding for healthy meals, snacks, emergency support, and related program equipment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Belleville
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Student nutrition programs such as breakfast, snack, early morning meal, and lunch programs
- Emergency support for students in crisis situations
- Equipment support to strengthen student nutrition delivery
- Fundraising and community support activities for student nutrition programs
Documents Needed
- Program renewal package
- Budget and funding request
- Expense receipts
- Request forms for food, equipment, or emergency support
- Monthly reporting information in WebTracker
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Schools in Hastings and Prince Edward counties
- Schools in South East Ontario student nutrition programs
- Publicly funded schools
Eligible expenses
- Food purchases for student nutrition programs
- Consumable supplies such as napkins and dish soap
- Kitchen equipment and small appliances
- Emergency support items such as eyeglasses, medical supplies, food, clothing, and transportation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Installation costs for equipment
- Food or activities outside student nutrition programs
- Food spending that does not support the program
Eligible geographic areas
- Hastings and Prince Edward counties
- South East Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the annual renewal process.
- Schools are notified of the approved amount in September.
- Funding use is tracked in WebTracker with receipts and reports.
- Equipment requests and emergency funding are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Additional information
- School staff resources and forms are available online.
- Food for Learning uses the WebTracker portal for program management.
- Programs must follow the Student Nutrition Program Nutrition Guidelines.
- Volunteer support is an important part of program delivery.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support. 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 The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support?
Supports local student nutrition programs and emergency student needs in Hastings and Prince Edward counties. It provides funding for healthy meals, snacks, emergency support, and related program equipment.
Who is eligible for the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support program?
To be eligible for the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support program, you must:
Open to all students
Minimum 3 days per week
Must follow nutrition guidelines
What expenses are eligible under The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support?
Student nutrition programs such as breakfast, snack, early morning meal, and lunch programs
Emergency support for students in crisis situations
Equipment support to strengthen student nutrition delivery
Fundraising and community support activities for student nutrition programs
Who can I contact for more information about the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support?
You can contact The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation (HPELF) by email at kbrace@hpelf.ca or by phone at 613-966-1170.
Where is the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support available?
The The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support?
The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation — General Student Support is funded by The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation (HPELF)