Municipal Grant opportunities are offered by the Township of Centre Wellington to support the effort of as many initiatives as possible, that positively impact the community.
In 2017, The Township of Centre Wellington, Elora & Fergus Tourism, and Regional Tourism Organization 4 (RTO4) created the Destination Animation Project (DAP). For more information on this initiative, visit our Tourism Business Resources here.
A virtual information session was held on August 17, 2023. View the information session here.
Post Report links are in the grant stream folder below that you were awarded (Capital or Projects and Programming).
| Community Impact Grant - Capital Stream - Closed for 2024. Deadline was September 18, 2023. | ||||||||||
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On January 30 2023, Council approved a new Community Impact Grant with three streams: Capital, Projects and Programming and lastly Annual Specific. Capital stream requests will improve the infrastructure that organizations need to thrive. Whether it’s purchasing equipment, building a new space, or completing renovations, retrofits or repairs, Capital grants support projects that will have a positive impact for the community. The Township supports projects that improve access to community spaces, facilities, programs, activities and services, and facilitate community members’ full participation in the life of the community; improve and build community spaces; make programs and services better and more efficient; and make better use of technology.
If you need assistance completing your online application, please contact Community Development c/o Kristen Drexler |
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| Community Impact Grant - Projects and Programming - Closed for 2024. Deadline was September 18, 2023. | ||||||||||
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On January 30 2023, Council approved a new Community Impact Grant with three streams: Capital, Projects and Programming and lastly Annual Specific. Support community-based organizations that deliver programs and services in Centre Wellington and need funding to build capacity, resilience and sustainability. A request to this stream can be for a project or programming already making a proven impact in the community but funds are required to grow and develop it as the need has changed or grown. The request can also be for a new idea that has been identified to fill a gap in the community and seed money is required to initiate or pilot an innovative approach.
If you need assistance completing your online application, please contact Community Development c/o Kristen Drexler |
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Community Impact Grant - Annual Specific Stream - Closed for 2024. Deadline was July 31, 2023. |
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On January 30 2023, Council approved a new Community Impact Grant with three streams: Capital, Projects and Programming and lastly Annual Specific. A virtual information session on the new Community Impact Grant was held February 2023. A recording of the presentation is here. The intent of the program is to provide financial assistance to enhance the quality of life in the Township of Centre Wellington by fostering, strengthening and stimulating wider community appreciation and participation in the community. This funding is awarded automatically annually once the organization is approved by Council as an Annual Specific Grant recipient for a specific initiative. In place of an application, recipients are required to submit a letter of intention restating the initiative and funding requested. A post-event or post-program letter to review the success of the initiative, is also required. The maximum limit for this type of grant is $5,000.
To be considered for Annual Specific stream funding, interested organizations need to send a Letter of Consideration to kdrexler@centrewellington.ca by July 31, 2023. The Letter of Consideration should include:
Annual Specific Stream recipients for 2023 have been reviewed and approved by Council at the January 30 Council Meeting. |
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Community Impact Grant (Capital & Projects and Programming) Grant Application Questions |
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Once you start the application, you won't be able to stop and could lose your work. Please read through and prepare for the following questions before you start the application.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Organization Name (if successful, this name will be used for the cheque): Mailing Address (include address, city, and postal code): Is this the same as the physical address? Telephone Number: Website:
Name of Contact Person: Position: Email Address: Is this initiative being requested by an organization that is:
Has your organization been successful in obtaining a grant from the Township of Centre Wellington in a prior year? If you answered yes, please indicate a) the year of the most recent successful application, b) the amount received, c) a brief description of the approved project, and d) if the organization completed a post initiative report. Please tell us how long your organization/group has been in operation: Provide a brief history of your organization (500 character limit): What are the general objectives and purpose of your organization and how does the organization benefit the community (i.e. economically, arts and culture, socially, environmentally, etc.)? Is there a local organization that provides similar services to those provided by your organization? If yes, how are the services different from this other organization and how do you work together? Describe how the community has supported your organization in previous years (check all that apply):
On average, how many volunteers did your organization have over the last 12 months, regardless of the number of hours volunteered? Does your organization have three or more active board members (active terms as of grant application deadline date), with at least 50% of board members at an arm’s length relationship to each other? Does your organization donate funds to any other groups or organizations? If yes, please indicate the recipient(s) and the nature of the donation(s):
INITIATIVE (please remember to fill out one application per initiative) Amount of grant requested: $ What Community Impact Grant stream is your organization applying for?
Briefly describe the proposed event, project or service that will be funded by this grant. Please ensure that items identified as Ineligible for Funding of the Grant Application Policy are not listed. What is the timeline or key project activities identified to complete this initiative? Please include up to 3 drawings you have to support your application: What percentage of readiness is the organization in the following areas:
Provide examples of other capital projects that you have completed over the last 5 years (500 characters limit):
IMPACT AND EQUITY Explain how the initiative meets a need in the community: What sector does your initiative impact (select all that apply):
The Township of Centre Wellington’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee encourages applicants to apply for initiatives that serve all people in our community. The proposed event, project or service will engage the following demographics:
Have the people this initiative serves, been a part of designing the initiative? Please explain:
Please attach a budget for the proposed event, service, or project: If your organization is unsuccessful in receiving full or partial funding from this Community Impact Grant, what will be the impact on the proposed event/service/project be? Did you organization have gross revenue in excess of $50,000 during the most recent fiscal year? If yes, please attach the organization’s most recent year-end financial statements (including balance sheet, income statement and comparative information for the previous year) prepared by a licensed accountant operating independently of the organization. If no, please attach the organization’s most recent year-end financial statements (including balance sheet and income statement) prepared by a licensed accountant operating independently of the organization. If unavailable, a current one is acceptable. Please provide a copy of your organization’s current year budget. Have funds for this initiative been requested from other levels of government or organizations? If yes, please indicate which organizations, or to which level of government, and the current status of the request. Is your organization current in arrears with the Township of Centre Wellington? If yes, please indicate the amount and nature of the arrears: What steps is your organization taking to reduce dependence on grants such as the Community Impact Grant? |
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| CW Neighbourhood Grant - Closed for 2023 | ||||||||||
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CW Neighbourhood Grants is a simple yet powerful idea – support resident-led community building, encourage neighbours to connect and create a sense of belonging in our community. The grant program will make available 5 small grants (up to $1,000) per grant request, to resident-led groups to help them inspire their neighbourhoods with events held before December 31, 2023.
The goal of CW Neighbourhood Grants are to:
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