How to Apply

Grant opportunities and application availability will be announced via our website, email database and social media sites.

Community Impact Grant

applications are normally available in July of each year.

FastTrack

applications are available year round.
CLICK HERE to download our FastTrack application.

KidStart Mini-Grant

applications are available in September/October of each year.
To get more information or see if your school board is participating contact our Communications & Grants Coordinator at 519-255-6572 or click here to email.

The Process

• Foundation staff and members of the Grants Committee review all applications.
• Committee members may request further information or a site visit.
• Committee submits a recommendation to the board.
• All applicants will be notified of the board's decisions by telephone and in writing, within two months of application deadline (two weeks for Fast-Track).
• Foundation staff will contact recipients to make arrangements to announce the grant and arrange for a cheque presentation.
• Recipients are required to acknowledge the foundation's grant according to our recognition guidelines.
• Successful applicants will be required to sign a grant agreement outlining the conditions of the grant before funds are disbursed.
• Recipients must submit a final report no more than one year after receiving the grant (90 days for FastTrack).
• Recipients are encouraged to provide photos and videos which the foundation can use in promotions. Materials must include a sign release.