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United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants
Funding for specific community programs and projects
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 160,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding of $20,000 to $160,000 per application for specific organizational programs or projects. It supports new or existing initiatives aligned with the quarterly issue areas, including affordable housing, children and youth, mental health, food insecurity, and other community priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 160,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
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
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Women & girls
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Specific organizational programs or projects.
- New or existing community initiatives.
- Initiatives aligned with the quarterly issue areas.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local non-profit organizations
- Organizations delivering community programs and services
- Collaborative groups of organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the quarterly deadline.
- Outcomes are communicated about one month after the deadline.
- Successful applicants receive funding at the start of the term.
- Reporting is due one year later, based on the quarter funded.
Additional information
- Applications are organized by quarterly issue areas.
- Organizations may submit one application per quarter.
- Collaborative applications are allowed with prior contact to staff.
- Successful applicants receive funding at the start of the term.
Frequently Asked Questions about the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants. 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 Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants?
This program provides funding of $20,000 to $160,000 per application for specific organizational programs or projects. It supports new or existing initiatives aligned with the quarterly issue areas, including affordable housing, children and youth, mental health, food insecurity, and other community priorities.
How much funding can be received?
United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants Funds up to $160,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants program?
To be eligible for the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants program, you must:
Local non-profit organizations
Program or project-based initiatives
Quarterly issue area alignment
What expenses are eligible under United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants?
Specific organizational programs or projects.
New or existing community initiatives.
Initiatives aligned with the quarterly issue areas.
Who can I contact for more information about the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants?
You can contact United Way of Cambridge and North Dumfries, United Way of Kitchener Waterloo & Area.
Where is the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants available?
The United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants is a Grant and Funding