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Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants
Municipal funding for community-focused initiatives
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Town of Cobourg supports community organizations and initiatives through municipal funding, in-kind contributions, and fee waivers. The program supports arts, culture, environment, heritage, recreation, health, community events, and other projects that benefit Cobourg residents.
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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
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Cobourg
- 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
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community projects and short-term initiatives.
- Operating programs and services.
- Special events with cultural, historical, social, environmental, or recreational value.
- Recurring community events open to the public.
Documents Needed
- Completed Municipal Grant Application Form 1
- Most recent financial statements
- Current year budget
- Municipal Grant Report Form 2
- Financial Verification Report
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations based in the Town of Cobourg.
- Registered not-for-profit organizations.
- Organizations created primarily for a charitable purpose.
- Programs, charities, causes, local boards, and agencies.
Who is not eligible
- Commercial businesses and for-profit organizations.
- Individuals.
- Organizations that act as funding bodies for other organizations.
- Religious or political organizations for activities serving primarily their membership or purpose.
- Recreational sport groups, except minor sports organizations.
Eligible expenses
- General operating expenses, including administrative costs and program-related expenses.
- Municipal property, facilities, materials, or resources provided in-kind.
- Discounted parking permits under the program.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Organization deficits and debts.
- Activities primarily serving religious or political membership or purposes.
- Requests from commercial businesses, for-profit organizations, or individuals.
- Funding for recreational sport groups, except minor sports organizations.
- Sponsorship of an individual athlete or team, or subsidy for sports event participation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Cobourg
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Town’s community priorities and values.
- Benefit to a wide segment of Cobourg residents.
- Contribution to arts, culture, social well-being, environment, heritage, recreation, or health.
- Evidence of accountability and proper administration.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out Municipal Grant Application Form 1.
- Attach the required financial documents.
- Step 2: Submit by deadline
- Deliver the application to the Treasurer.
- Submit it no later than October 31 of the year before the grant year.
- Step 3: Await review
- The application is reviewed by municipal staff, then by the Deputy Mayor and Council Coordinator.
- Council considers the request during the budget process.
- Step 4: Receive the decision
- Written notice is provided if the application is found ineligible.
- Approved requests proceed through the Council approval process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications received by the deadline are reviewed during annual budget deliberations.
- The process includes an initial staff review, then review by the Deputy Mayor and Council Coordinator.
- Council makes the final decision during the budget meeting review.
- Applicants that are found ineligible are notified in writing after the annual operating budget is approved.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed as part of the annual budget process.
- Special event requests received after the deadline may be forwarded directly to Council.
- In-kind requests are reviewed by the relevant municipal department.
- Approved funding must be used for the stated purpose within the current fiscal year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants Program
What is the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants?
The Town of Cobourg supports community organizations and initiatives through municipal funding, in-kind contributions, and fee waivers. The program supports arts, culture, environment, heritage, recreation, health, community events, and other projects that benefit Cobourg residents.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants program, you must:
Based in Cobourg
Registered or non-profit organization
At least one year in operation
What expenses are eligible under Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants?
Community projects and short-term initiatives.
Operating programs and services.
Special events with cultural, historical, social, environmental, or recreational value.
Recurring community events open to the public.
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants?
You can contact Town of Cobourg by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants available?
The Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Cobourg — Municipal Community Grants is a Other Support