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United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund
Funding for school food infrastructure projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This fund provides up to $1 million to support school food infrastructure in Ontario and Nunavut. It helps eligible non-profit organizations improve infrastructure and equipment for school food programming.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Other Education
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Improving infrastructure for school food programming.
- Upgrading equipment for school food programs.
- Projects that support students’ access to school food programming.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Community-based organizations serving students.
Eligible expenses
- Infrastructure improvements for school food programming.
- Equipment purchases for school food programming.
- Installation of approved infrastructure and equipment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Nunavut
- United Way East Ontario
- United Way Simcoe-Muskoka
- United Way Northumberland
- United Way Elgin Middlesex
- United Way Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry
- United Way Windsor-Essex-Chatham-Kent
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through an open Call for Proposals process.
- Funding decisions are communicated to applicants after review.
- Final funding and projects are subject to a contribution agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are handled through an open Call for Proposals process.
- Six United Ways are participating in the fund delivery.
- Projects and final funding are subject to a contribution agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions about the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund. 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 United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund?
This fund provides up to $1 million to support school food infrastructure in Ontario and Nunavut. It helps eligible non-profit organizations improve infrastructure and equipment for school food programming.
Who is eligible for the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund program?
To be eligible for the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund program, you must:
Not-for-profit organizations only.
Projects must serve students.
School food programming focus.
What expenses are eligible under United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund?
Improving infrastructure for school food programming.
Upgrading equipment for school food programs.
Projects that support students’ access to school food programming.
Who can I contact for more information about the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund?
You can contact United Way/Centraide Ottawa (UWEO).
Where is the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund available?
The United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund?
United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund is funded by United Way/Centraide Ottawa (UWEO)