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The Sifton Family Foundation
Supports community well-being, literacy, and recreation initiatives
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $25,000 to support community initiatives that enhance well-being and help people in need. Eligible activities focus on learning and literacy, play and recreation, and broader community well-being, with multi-year funding available up to $25,000 per year for up to five years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
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
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Other Education
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiatives that enhance the overall well-being of communities.
- Programs focused on learning and literacy.
- Projects promoting play and recreation.
Documents Needed
- Short proposal letter (1–2 pages)
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charities and community-based charitable organizations
- Smaller, community-based charities that utilize volunteers
Eligible geographic areas
- Southwestern Ontario (geographic areas where Sifton Properties Limited has employees)
How to apply
Step 1: Prepare proposal letter
- Draft a short proposal letter (1–2 pages).
- Email the proposal letter to the Foundation for initial consideration.
- Wait for an email invitation if the proposal is successful.
- Complete the full online application process when invited.
Processing and Agreement
- Submitted proposal letters are reviewed, generally within one week.
- Selected organizations are invited by email to complete a full online application.
- Full applications are considered in three annual cycles (March 1, July 1, October 1 invitations).
- The Foundation board generally meets three times per year (May, September, December) to make granting decisions.
Additional information
- Organizations where Sifton Properties employees volunteer may receive special consideration.
- Preference may be given to smaller, community-based charities that utilize volunteers.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Sifton Family Foundation Program
What is the The Sifton Family Foundation?
The program provides up to $25,000 to support community initiatives that enhance well-being and help people in need. Eligible activities focus on learning and literacy, play and recreation, and broader community well-being, with multi-year funding available up to $25,000 per year for up to five years.
How much funding can be received?
The Sifton Family Foundation Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Sifton Family Foundation program?
To be eligible for the The Sifton Family Foundation program, you must:
Operates in Southwestern Ontario
Aligned with community well-being, literacy, or recreation
Supports people in need
What expenses are eligible under The Sifton Family Foundation?
Initiatives that enhance the overall well-being of communities.
Programs focused on learning and literacy.
Projects promoting play and recreation.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Sifton Family Foundation?
You can contact The Mowbray and Doris Sifton Family Foundation (SFF) by email at foundation@sifton.com.
Where is the The Sifton Family Foundation available?
The The Sifton Family Foundation program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Sifton Family Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Sifton Family Foundation is a Grant and Funding