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Vital Community Grants

Q: Who is eligible for the Vital Community Grants program?

To be eligible for the Vital Community Grants program, you must: Registered charities serving Peterborough and working on equity

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Vital Community Grants?

You can contact Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough by email at jennifer.debues@cfgp.ca.

Q: Where is the Vital Community Grants available?

The Vital Community Grants program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Vital Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Vital Community Grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Vital Community Grants?

Vital Community Grants is funded by Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports charities working on community equity and inclusion

Grant and Funding

Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough

Processing And Agreement

Contact

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : September 12, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

The Vital Community Grants program provides financial support to charities aiming to advance equity and address systemic barriers within the Peterborough region. With awards averaging around $7,900, the program supports initiatives aligned with community needs, including housing, mental health, poverty reduction, climate change, and inclusion. The grants foster collaborative decision-making among local organizations committed to social justice and community well-being.

Activities funded

Development and implementation of projects that promote equity and inclusion
Activities addressing housing, mental health, poverty, climate change, or belonging

Examples of admissible projects:

Upgrade IT infrastructure with new hardware and software tools.

Eligibility

Be a registered charity operating within or serving the City and/or County of Peterborough, Hiawatha First Nation, or Curve Lake First Nation
Work specifically to advance equity for marginalized groups facing systemic barriers
Be willing to participate actively in a granting circle for decision-making
Discrimination based on protected classes disqualifies an organization

Who is eligible?

Registered charities serving the Peterborough area
Organizations working on social equity and systemic barriers

Who is not eligible

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Peterborough City and County, Hiawatha First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation

Selection criteria

Alignment with community priorities and consultation findings
Organizational capacity and commitment to equity
Potential impact on marginalized communities
Inclusiveness and community engagement
Feasibility and sustainability of the project

How to apply

Register or express interest through the program’s designated platformPrepare supporting documents reflecting community impact and organization capacityParticipate actively in the granting circle meetingsComplete and submit the application form online or through designated channelsAwait the funding decision and follow any further instructions if approved

Processing and Agreement

Contacts

jennifer.debues@cfgp.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Vital Community Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Vital Community 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.