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Together CK - Funding Program
Funding for local events and community projects
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $25,000 for significant events, $5,000 for community events, and $10,000 for community projects in Chatham-Kent. It supports local non-profit organizations and community groups with event and project funding.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Significant events
- Community events
- Community projects
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Budget template
- Final report with receipts and photos, if approved
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Community groups
- Business Improvement Areas
- Grassroots community organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Businesses and commerce
- Industries
- Sports teams and sports facilities
- Schools, foundations, third-party fundraising organizations, and sole proprietorships
Eligible expenses
- Event or project expenses, up to 50% of total costs
- In-kind contributions, including volunteer time, within the allowed limit
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Administrative costs such as wages
- Core operating costs, capital building campaigns, and operating or capital deficits
- Organization-specific advertising, marketing, videos, fundraising activities, and office expenses
- Fundraising activities or support for third-party funding bodies
- Major capital expenditures, research, studies, training, conferences, workshops, tournaments, and travel outside the community
Eligible geographic areas
- Chatham-Kent
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by municipal administration for eligibility.
- Eligible applications are then reviewed by the Together CK Committee, which makes recommendations to Council.
- Council makes the final funding approval decision.
- Successful applicants receive a notification letter and funding agreement by email.
- The signed agreement must be returned before funding is released.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by municipal administration and the Together CK Committee.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before money is released.
- Recipients must submit a final report with receipts and photos.
- Funding decisions are subject to Council approval.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Together CK - Funding Program Program
What is the Together CK - Funding Program?
This program provides up to $25,000 for significant events, $5,000 for community events, and $10,000 for community projects in Chatham-Kent. It supports local non-profit organizations and community groups with event and project funding.
How much funding can be received?
Together CK - Funding Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Together CK - Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Together CK - Funding Program program, you must:
Registered nonprofit or community group
Project in Chatham-Kent
50% cost match required
What expenses are eligible under Together CK - Funding Program?
Significant events
Community events
Community projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Together CK - Funding Program?
You can contact Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK).
Where is the Together CK - Funding Program available?
The Together CK - Funding Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Together CK - Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Together CK - Funding Program is a Grant and Funding