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Town of Erin — Community Grant Program
Local funding for community organizations
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
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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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 $
Funds Providers
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
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Town’s strategic plan and values
- Community impact and benefit to residents
- Merits of the funding request
- Organizational profile and finances
- Evidence of other funding sources and partnerships
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Provide organization details, contact information, and funding request.
- Describe the proposed use of funds and the impact on the Town of Erin.
- Include any supporting comments or documents if needed.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Submit the online form directly, or
- Fill out the PDF form, save it, download it, and email it to communications@erin.ca.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The application is reviewed for completeness and then considered by the Grants Review Committee and Council.
- Applicants are notified of the decision in writing.
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
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