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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Vitality Fund provides financial assistance for community-based initiatives that improve quality of life in South Huron. It supports eligible projects, programs, activities, and events that directly benefit the South Huron community, with annual funding availability to be confirmed.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Nursing Homes
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Animal Protection
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based projects, programs, activities, and events.
- Initiatives that enhance the quality of life for South Huron residents.
- Community non-profit events, including fundraising or programming.
Documents Needed
- Grant application form
- Written agreement with a registered charity, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit, community-based organizations.
- Registered charities.
- Non-charitable organizations applying with a registered charity partner.
Who is not eligible
- Joint capital projects with the Municipality.
- Non-charitable organizations without a registered charity partner.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Joint capital projects with the Municipality.
Eligible geographic areas
- South Huron community
- Municipality of South Huron
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee of community volunteers.
- The committee makes recommendations to the Foundation Board.
- The Foundation Board makes the final decision.
Additional information
- Council does not provide letters of support for applicants.
- Applications from non-charitable organizations require a written partnership with a registered charity.
- Applications are reviewed by a community volunteer committee before a final board decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Vitality Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Vitality 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 Vitality Fund?
The Vitality Fund provides financial assistance for community-based initiatives that improve quality of life in South Huron. It supports eligible projects, programs, activities, and events that directly benefit the South Huron community, with annual funding availability to be confirmed.
Who is eligible for the Vitality Fund program?
To be eligible for the Vitality Fund program, you must:
Located in or serving South Huron.
Project benefits the South Huron community.
Written charity partnership for non-charitable applicants.
What expenses are eligible under Vitality Fund?
Community-based projects, programs, activities, and events.
Initiatives that enhance the quality of life for South Huron residents.
Community non-profit events, including fundraising or programming.
Who can I contact for more information about the Vitality Fund?
You can contact Municipality of South Huron by email at sunsetcommunityfoundation@gmail.com or by phone at 519-235-0310.
Where is the Vitality Fund available?
The Vitality Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Vitality Fund?
Vitality Fund is funded by Municipality of South Huron