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United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund

Q: 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: Non-profit organizations in Ontario and Nunavut working on school food programs

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund?

You can contact United Way/Centraide Ottawa.

Q: 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.

Q: 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

Q: 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

Last Update: February 4, 2026

ON, Canada

Supports infrastructure and equipment upgrades for school food programs

Grant and Funding

United Way/Centraide Ottawa

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

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

Overview

This funding initiative supports non-profit organizations in Ontario and Nunavut to improve infrastructure and equipment for school food programs. Approved projects will receive financial aid based on project costs, with decisions announced by May 1, 2025.

Activities funded

Infrastructure upgrades for school food facilities
Purchase of kitchen and food storage equipment

Examples of admissible projects:

Upgrade school kitchen facilities to enhance food safety and efficiency

Implement a mobile food pantry to support students with nutritious food

Documents Needed

Application form (if available)
Supporting documentation demonstrating project feasibility and budget

Eligibility

The applicant must operate within the eligible regions; Ontario and Nunavut
The organization must focus on school food programming
The applicant must be a non-profit organization

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations operating within Ontario and Nunavut

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Infrastructure and equipment costs for school food programs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Ontario
Nunavut

Selection criteria

Project feasibility and cost efficiency
Alignment with program goals and community needs

How to apply

Review the available application guidelines and formsPrepare a detailed project proposal including budget and timelineGather required supporting documents demonstrating project feasibilitySubmit the completed application before the deadlineAwait decision notification by May 1, 2025

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

The funding distribution is based on the project’s costs and feasibility; there is no set maximum request amount.
Decisions will be communicated by May 1, 2025.

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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.