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Together CK Municipal Grant
Matching municipal funding for local community initiatives
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 26, 2026Latest change: The Together CK Municipal Grant now points to the 2027 guide, which adds an October 1 to October 31, 2026 intake window and expands the program rules for applicants.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 26, 2026
Latest change: The Together CK Municipal Grant now points to the 2027 guide, which adds an October 1 to October 31, 2026 intake window and expands the program rules for applicants.
Together CK 2027 grant guide and dates updated
The Together CK Municipal Grant now links to the 2027 grant guidelines and replaces the previous 2026 intake text. The new guide states that applications open October 1, 2026 and are due October 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m., with committee review in Nov-Dec 2026 and funding notifications in January 2027. The 2027 guide also adds detailed applicant rules and process requirements, including local project location, stream-specific applicant restrictions, public-access expectations, minimum attendance for Significant Events, debt screening, pre-start submission, a funding agreement, and final-report requirements. It also confirms the program’s matching-fund structure and adds the grant administrator’s direct contact details in the source document.
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides matching municipal funding for local community events and projects in Chatham-Kent. It supports significant events, community events, and community projects, with up to $25,000 available depending on the stream.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Chatham-Kent
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Significant events
- Community events
- Community projects
- Operational funding through the four-year Core Grant program
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Budget application template
- Final report and receipts for recipients
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community groups and not-for-profit organizations
- Registered non-profit corporations, including Canadian charities
- Business Improvement Areas
- Grassroots community organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Applicants in debt to the Municipality
- Commerce, businesses, industries
- Sports teams/facilities and schools
- Foundations/third-party fundraising organizations and sole proprietorships
Eligible expenses
- Event or project expenses
- Operational expenses for Core Grants
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Administrative costs, including wages
- Core operating costs or capital building campaigns; operating or capital deficits
- Organization-specific advertising, marketing, videos, office expenses, fundraising activities, and third-party funding bodies
- Major capital expenditures (land, buildings, hard infrastructure); research or the publication of studies
- Training, conferences, workshops, tournaments or travel outside the community; activities of religious organizations that solely serve membership and/or their direct religious purposes; services that, in the opinion of Chatham-Kent Council, are beyond the requirements of the community, or beyond a generally accepted standard of service already being provided by Chatham-Kent, another level of government, or another organization
Eligible geographic areas
- Chatham-Kent
Selection criteria
- Deliver Excellent Service; Promote Safety and Well-Being; Grow Our Community; Ensure Environmental Sustainability
- Project impact, community benefit, and overall project cost
- Priority is normally given to organizations and/or projects that did not receive funding in previous years
How to apply
- All applications must be submitted using the online application form.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by municipal administration for eligibility.
- Eligible applications go to the Together CK Committee for recommendations.
- Council makes the final funding approval.
- Successful applicants receive a notification letter and funding agreement by email.
- A signed agreement is required before funds are released.
Additional information
- Fundraising initiatives are not eligible.
- Applicants must be in good standing with the Municipality.
- Final reports are required before final payment.
- Approval does not replace permits or other approvals.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Together CK Municipal Grant Program
What is the Together CK Municipal Grant?
This program provides matching municipal funding for local community events and projects in Chatham-Kent. It supports significant events, community events, and community projects, with up to $25,000 available depending on the stream.
How much funding can be received?
Together CK Municipal Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Together CK Municipal Grant program?
To be eligible for the Together CK Municipal Grant program, you must:
Registered non-profit or community group
Project in Chatham-Kent
50% matching contribution required
What expenses are eligible under Together CK Municipal Grant?
Significant events
Community events
Community projects
Operational funding through the four-year Core Grant program
Who can I contact for more information about the Together CK Municipal Grant?
You can contact Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) by email at togetherck@chatham-kent.ca or by phone at 519-360-1998.
Where is the Together CK Municipal Grant available?
The Together CK Municipal Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Together CK Municipal Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Together CK Municipal Grant is a Grant and Funding