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Toronto Foundation - Free Play - Toronto - Ontario - Canada
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Toronto Foundation - Free Play

Supports outdoor play programs for children
Toronto Community Foundation
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 150,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : February 24, 2026
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Toronto Foundation supports Toronto community projects that help children play outdoors and reconnect with nature, friends, and imagination. Eligible organizations can request up to $150,000 to deliver creative programming that encourages outdoor play.
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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 : 150,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : February 24, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
  • Environment
  • Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
  • Children & youth
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Municipal

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Creative programs that encourage children to play outdoors.
  • Community projects that help children disconnect and reconnect with nature, friends, and imagination.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered charities
  • Non-profit organizations with a trustee
  • Incorporated non-profit organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Toronto

Processing and Agreement

  • Successful applicants are notified in April 2026.

Additional information

  • Funded by the Waltons Trust and the Lawson Foundation.
  • Created in collaboration with Community Foundations of Canada.
  • Successful applicants are notified in April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Toronto Foundation - Free Play Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Toronto Foundation - Free Play. 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 Toronto Foundation - Free Play?

The Toronto Foundation supports Toronto community projects that help children play outdoors and reconnect with nature, friends, and imagination. Eligible organizations can request up to $150,000 to deliver creative programming that encourages outdoor play.

How much funding can be received?

Toronto Foundation - Free Play Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Toronto Foundation - Free Play program?

To be eligible for the Toronto Foundation - Free Play program, you must: Eligible non-profit or charity status Toronto-based community project Encourages outdoor play for children

What expenses are eligible under Toronto Foundation - Free Play?

Creative programs that encourage children to play outdoors. Community projects that help children disconnect and reconnect with nature, friends, and imagination.

Who can I contact for more information about the Toronto Foundation - Free Play?

You can contact Toronto Community Foundation.

Where is the Toronto Foundation - Free Play available?

The Toronto Foundation - Free Play program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Toronto Foundation - Free Play a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Toronto Foundation - Free Play is a Grant and Funding

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