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United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants
Funding for evidence-based community programs
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- Funding available
- $ 50,000 - $ 150,000
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Who can apply
- See full eligibility
Overview
United Way Greater Toronto provides up to $150,000 per program per year, with a median amount of $75,000. The program supports evidence-based initiatives focused on housing and homelessness or inclusive employment in Peel Region, Toronto, and/or York Region.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $150,000
- Minimum funding
- $50,000
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Local
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Peel Region
- City of Toronto
- York Region
Activities funded
- New evidence-based programs or initiatives focused on housing and homelessness.
- New evidence-based programs or initiatives focused on inclusive employment.
Selection criteria
- Evidence-based approach.
- Focus on priority areas: housing and homelessness or inclusive employment.
- Ability to support communities in Peel Region, Toronto, and/or York Region.
- Contribution to addressing poverty or its root causes.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Funding decisions are communicated later in the process.
Additional information
- Funded organizations are part of a three-year community program funding stream.
- The program is aimed at evidence-based work that addresses poverty in the GTA.
Official sources
Program guide
Program Funding
Frequently Asked Questions about the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants Program
What is the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants?
United Way Greater Toronto provides up to $150,000 per program per year, with a median amount of $75,000. The program supports evidence-based initiatives focused on housing and homelessness or inclusive employment in Peel Region, Toronto, and/or York Region.
How much funding can be received?
United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants program?
To be eligible for the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants program, you must:
Evidence-based program or initiative
Focus on housing or employment
Serves poverty-affected communities
Who can I contact for more information about the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants?
You can contact The United Way of Greater Toronto (UWGT).
Where is the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants available?
The United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants is a Grant and Funding