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Women United Community Action Grants
Funding for women-led community initiatives
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 2, 2026
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Women United Community Action Grants provide up to CA$3,000 for community-led programs, activities, and events. The program supports initiatives that empower women, strengthen communities, and encourage local engagement and leadership.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : March 2, 2026
- Closing date : April 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- 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
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-led initiatives that empower women
- Community engagement activities and events
- Projects that build strong communities
- Local community improvement initiatives
- Virtual activities or projects
Documents Needed
- Proof of registered charity status or sponsoring agency arrangement
- Financial statements
- Annual General Meeting records
- Liability insurance evidence
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community groups
- Residents' associations
- Registered charities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations and ventures
- Hospitals and medical treatment programs
- Educational institutions and school-related organizations
- Faith-based organizations that require religious adherence or promotion
- Political parties
- Organizations whose policies or practices contravene the Ontario Human Rights Code
Eligible expenses
- Program, activity, and event costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Election campaign events
- Fundraising activities
- Office administration costs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Existing or ongoing programs and services
- Capital equipment, construction, and facility development costs
- Wage subsidies for program participants
Eligible geographic areas
- Eastern Ontario
- Lanark
- Ottawa
- Prescott-Russell
- Renfrew
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through the online portal.
- Submissions must be completed by the deadline.
- Applications are reviewed by the program administrator after submission.
- Approved applicants may need a sponsorship agreement if they are not registered charities.
Additional information
- Applicants that are not registered charities may apply through a sponsoring agency.
- Organizations may need a formal partner sponsorship agreement with a registered charity.
- Applications are submitted through the Survey Monkey Apply portal.
- Existing United Way East Ontario applicants may already have an account set up.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Women United Community Action Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Women United Community Action 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 Women United Community Action Grants?
Women United Community Action Grants provide up to CA$3,000 for community-led programs, activities, and events. The program supports initiatives that empower women, strengthen communities, and encourage local engagement and leadership.
How much funding can be received?
Women United Community Action Grants Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 17, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Women United Community Action Grants program?
To be eligible for the Women United Community Action Grants program, you must:
Registered charity or sponsored group
Based in Eastern Ontario
Community group or residents' association
What expenses are eligible under Women United Community Action Grants?
Community-led initiatives that empower women
Community engagement activities and events
Projects that build strong communities
Local community improvement initiatives
Virtual activities or projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Women United Community Action Grants?
You can contact Municipality of Mississippi Mills by email at agencyinfo@unitedwayeo.ca or by phone at 613-683-3861.
Where is the Women United Community Action Grants available?
The Women United Community Action Grants program is available the province of Ontario.