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The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund
Funding for camp access for Waterloo Region youth
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 to support camps for children and youth in Waterloo Region who need financial assistance. It funds day or overnight camp subsidies and, for free camps, certain running costs such as materials, food, accessibility, and transportation.
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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
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Day camps and overnight camps for children and youth
- Camps that provide subsidies for campers who need financial assistance
- Free camps that use funding for core camp-running costs
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- Signed charitable partnership agreement, if applicable
- Camp budget
- Optional supporting documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charitable organizations
- CRA-recognized qualified donees
- Nonprofit organizations with a charitable partner
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without charitable status or a charitable partner
- Programs that are only virtual camps
- Camps that are only religious or faith-based in nature
Eligible expenses
- Camp attendance costs for children and youth who cannot otherwise afford the program
- Running costs for free camps, including materials, food, accessibility, and transportation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing operating expenses such as rent and utilities
- Virtual camps
- Camp programs that provide only religious or faith-based activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
- Cambridge
- Kitchener
- North Dumfries
- Waterloo
- Wellesley
- Wilmot
- Woolwich
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and results are communicated in early March 2026.
- Successful organizations receive funding in mid-March.
- Recipients must complete an evaluation report after the grant period.
Additional information
- Successful organizations must complete a post-grant evaluation.
- WRCF may request stories, photos, or videos to show impact.
- Applicants should read the grant guidelines before applying.
- Translation support is available if required.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp 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 Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund?
This program provides up to $10,000 to support camps for children and youth in Waterloo Region who need financial assistance. It funds day or overnight camp subsidies and, for free camps, certain running costs such as materials, food, accessibility, and transportation.
How much funding can be received?
The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund program?
To be eligible for the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund program, you must:
Registered charity, qualified donee, or nonprofit with partner
Camp serves Waterloo Region children and youth
Supports campers needing financial assistance
What expenses are eligible under The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund?
Day camps and overnight camps for children and youth
Camps that provide subsidies for campers who need financial assistance
Free camps that use funding for core camp-running costs
Who can I contact for more information about the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund?
You can contact Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF).
Where is the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund available?
The The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund is a Grant and Funding