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The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund

Grants to subsidize summer camp fees for financially vulnerable Ontario children
The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 4, 2025
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund provides grants to subsidize summer camp fees for financially vulnerable children in Ontario. The program supports day and overnight camp programs that help school-age youth who cannot attend due to financial barriers.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 4, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Toronto
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Day camp programs for school-age children
  • Overnight camp programs for school-age children

Documents Needed

  • Proof of charitable registration or eligible donee status
  • Evidence of being operational for at least 5 years
  • Detailed budget for camp fee subsidies

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Day camp programs affiliated with registered charities
  • Overnight camp programs affiliated with registered charities
  • Other eligible donees

Who is not eligible

  • Programs without charitable registration or eligible donee status
  • Programs operational for less than 5 years
  • Non-camp programs such as day care centers

Eligible expenses

  • Summer camp fees for financially vulnerable children

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • LIT (Leadership in Training) programs
  • CIT (Counselor in Training) programs
  • LDP (Leadership Development) programs
  • Day care programming
  • Non-summer camp programs

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed for eligibility
  • Decisions are made in late May or early June
  • Successful applicants are notified of grant approval
  • Funding is provided to subsidize camp fees for eligible children

Additional information

  • Funding is specifically for summer camp programs only
  • Decisions are announced in late May or early June
  • Applications must be submitted through the online portal, not by email or mail

Frequently Asked Questions about the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund. 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 Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund?

The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund provides grants to subsidize summer camp fees for financially vulnerable children in Ontario. The program supports day and overnight camp programs that help school-age youth who cannot attend due to financial barriers.

Who is eligible for the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund program?

To be eligible for the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund program, you must: Registered charity affiliation or eligible donee status At least 5 years of operation School-age camp programs for financially vulnerable Ontario youth

What expenses are eligible under The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund?

Day camp programs for school-age children Overnight camp programs for school-age children

Who can I contact for more information about the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund?

You can contact The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund.

Where is the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund available?

The The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund?

The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund is funded by The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund

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