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Wellington County Community Grants Programme
Funding for local community initiatives
Last Update: May 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The County of Wellington offers community grants of up to $2,000 per application. The program supports local not-for-profit organizations and community events that benefit residents through cultural, recreational, educational, or social initiatives.
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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
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- 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
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cultural events
- Recreational activities
- Educational programming
- Social services
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Operating budget
- Recent financial statements
- Letter of reference, if requested
- Official transcript, for scholarship applications
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local not-for-profit organizations
- Community organizations and events
- Selected agricultural organizations exempt from the formal application process
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations without a formal structure
- Applicants whose projects do not benefit Wellington County residents
Eligible expenses
- Project materials
- Operational expenses
- Other necessary project resources
Eligible geographic areas
- Wellington County, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the County.
- Requests over $2,000 are considered by the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee.
- Special consideration may be given to emergency or disaster relief requests.
- Approved applicants are funded under the County’s grant process.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted from September 1 to November 30.
- Special consideration may be given for emergency or disaster relief.
- Some agricultural organizations are exempt from the formal application process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Wellington County Community Grants Programme Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Wellington County Community Grants Programme. 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 Wellington County Community Grants Programme?
The County of Wellington offers community grants of up to $2,000 per application. The program supports local not-for-profit organizations and community events that benefit residents through cultural, recreational, educational, or social initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Wellington County Community Grants Programme Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Wellington County Community Grants Programme program?
To be eligible for the Wellington County Community Grants Programme program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization
Formal organizational structure
Benefits Wellington County residents
What expenses are eligible under Wellington County Community Grants Programme?
Cultural events
Recreational activities
Educational programming
Social services
Who can I contact for more information about the Wellington County Community Grants Programme?
You can contact County of Wellington by email at grantsandscholarships@wellington.ca or by phone at 519.837.2600 x 2524.
Where is the Wellington County Community Grants Programme available?
The Wellington County Community Grants Programme program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Wellington County Community Grants Programme a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Wellington County Community Grants Programme is a Grant and Funding