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Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie
Supports charities and community groups across Canada
Latest source updateLast Update: April 30, 2026Latest change: Smile Cookie now shows the 2026 campaign dates, a new pre-order form PDF, and updated fundraising figures.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Latest change: Smile Cookie now shows the 2026 campaign dates, a new pre-order form PDF, and updated fundraising figures.
Smile Cookie dates and order form updated
Smile Cookie has been updated for the 2026 campaign window, changing the program dates from April 28–May 4, 2025 to April 27–May 3, 2026. The large-order pre-order form link also changed from a DOCX file to a PDF, and the last-year fundraising total was refreshed to reflect the 2025 campaign results.
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
September 30, 2025
Opened January 1, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie program donates 100% of proceeds from Smile Cookie sales to support local charities and community groups. In 2026, the campaign runs from April 27 to May 3 and supports eligible organizations across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for local charities and community groups.
- Funding for hospitals, community care organizations, food banks, and schools.
Documents Needed
- Organization description and activities
- Communities served
- Registered charity number, if available
- Annual reports, if available
- Explanation of funding needs and intended use of funds
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charities
- Community groups
- Hospitals
- Food banks
- Schools
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Clear description of the organization's mission and activities.
- Communities served by the organization.
- Reason for funding request and intended use of funds.
- Plan to support the Smile Cookie campaign if selected.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application information
- Describe your organization and its activities.
- List the communities you serve.
- Gather your registered charity number, if available.
- Prepare your annual reports, if available.
- Explain why funds are needed and how they will be used if selected.
- State how your organization will support the Smile Cookie campaign if chosen.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed application by September 30 of the previous calendar year.
Additional information
- 100% of Smile Cookie sales are donated to selected charities and community groups.
- Organizations may be promoted through the #SmileCookie hashtag.
- A pre-order form is available for large orders, with 24 hours' notice.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie Program
What is the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie?
The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie program donates 100% of proceeds from Smile Cookie sales to support local charities and community groups. In 2026, the campaign runs from April 27 to May 3 and supports eligible organizations across Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 30, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie program?
To be eligible for the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie program, you must:
Charitable organizations or community groups
Serve local communities in Canada
Provide charity number and reports if available
What expenses are eligible under Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie?
Support for local charities and community groups.
Funding for hospitals, community care organizations, food banks, and schools.
Where is the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie available?
The Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie program is available across Canada.
Is the Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tim Hortons — Smile Cookie is a Grant and Funding