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Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program
Support for local community programs and events
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides $500 to $5,000 in annual support for not-for-profit community groups in Bradford West Gwillimbury. It funds local programs and events that benefit residents, with priority for youth/senior, heritage/civic, arts/culture, and leisure/tourism initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- Women & girls
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local community programs
- Community events
- Programs with a fixed start and end date
- General activities that benefit Bradford West Gwillimbury residents
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed Community Support Program application form
- Statement of the organization’s purpose and community services
- Program budget with revenues and expenditures
- List of other grants or donations
- Financial statements and board list, for larger requests
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit community groups
- Registered charitable organizations
- Organizations based in Bradford West Gwillimbury
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- For-profit businesses seeking seed funding or sponsorship
- Organizations whose focus is outside Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Organizations under contract with the Town
Eligible expenses
- Program and event costs
- General operating expenses linked to the identified use
- Capital expenses linked to the identified use
- In-kind goods or services from Town resources
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Outstanding deficits
- Individual sponsorships or subsidies for sports events, conferences, workshops, or training
- Retroactive funding
- Requests from organizations outside Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Requests from organizations under contract with the Town
Eligible geographic areas
- Bradford West Gwillimbury
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Grants Committee
- Council makes the final approval decision
- Successful applicants are contacted in writing
- Payments are issued after final approval
- Reporting may be required for grants of $500 or more
Additional information
- Only one request per organization will be considered each year.
- Funding is supplementary and not intended as the main source of support.
- Successful recipients of $500 or more must submit a post-project report.
- Applications may be approved in full, denied, or approved for a lesser amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program. 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 Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program?
This program provides $500 to $5,000 in annual support for not-for-profit community groups in Bradford West Gwillimbury. It funds local programs and events that benefit residents, with priority for youth/senior, heritage/civic, arts/culture, and leisure/tourism initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program program, you must:
Not-for-profit or registered charity
Based in Bradford West Gwillimbury
Benefits local residents
What expenses are eligible under Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program?
Local community programs
Community events
Programs with a fixed start and end date
General activities that benefit Bradford West Gwillimbury residents
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program?
You can contact Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) by email at clerk@townofbwg.com or by phone at 905-775-5366 x1100.
Where is the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program available?
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury — Community Grant Program is a Other Support