Closed
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Location
Erin, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides community funding of up to $3,000 per applicant per year. It supports local not-for-profit, charitable, and youth organizations delivering programs, services, events, and small capital projects that benefit the Town of Erin and its 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
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Erin
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local community programs and services
- Recurring activities and events
- Special programming for residents
- Environmental projects benefiting the community
- Small capital projects
Documents Needed
- Completed Community Grant application form
- Organization name and full mailing address
- Contact person details, including email and phone number
- Details of the proposed use of grant funds
- Organization mission, objectives, and supporting information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Charitable organizations
- Youth organizations
- Volunteer community groups
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Start-ups
- Faith-based organizations
- Political organizations
- Government bodies
Eligible expenses
- Core operating costs
- Project funding for one-off initiatives
- Special programming costs
- Small capital items
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- For-profit organizations and start-ups
- Faith-based or political organizations
- Hospitals, clinics, and medical treatment services
- Educational institutions
- Activities that breach the Ontario Human Rights Code or the Charter of Rights
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Erin
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for completeness.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by the Grants Review Committee.
- The Committee makes a written recommendation to Council.
- Council makes the final funding decision.
- Approved applicants must sign a Grant Agreement before funding is released.
Additional information
- Applicants must be in good standing with the Town.
- Recipients must sign a Grant Agreement before funds are released.
- Successful recipients may be subject to a Town audit.
- Recipients must report on how the funding was spent if they reapply in a later year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Town of Erin — 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 Erin — Community Grant Program?
This program provides community funding of up to $3,000 per applicant per year. It supports local not-for-profit, charitable, and youth organizations delivering programs, services, events, and small capital projects that benefit the Town of Erin and its residents.
How much funding can be received?
Town of Erin — Community Grant Program Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization
Local benefit to Erin residents
Formal organizational structure
What expenses are eligible under Town of Erin — Community Grant Program?
Local community programs and services
Recurring activities and events
Special programming for residents
Environmental projects benefiting the community
Small capital projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program?
You can contact Town of Erin by email at communications@erin.ca or by phone at 519-855-4407.
Where is the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program available?
The Town of Erin — Community Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Town of Erin — Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Town of Erin — Community Grant Program is a Grant and Funding