2025 Spring Grants & Non-Profit Workshop

OWEN SOUND, February 3, 2025 – Community Foundation Grey Bruce (CFGB) invites charities and non-profit organizations from across Grey and Bruce counties to submit online grant applications for Community Grants before April 15, 2025. 

Eligible projects will benefit the community in one of the following categories: health and wellness, arts and culture, education and lifelong learning, living standards and housing, the environment, and community connections. Local charities and non-profits may request up to $5,000 to support their projects. Up to 25% of the amount awarded can support operating or administration costs associated with the project. 

In 2024, 87 charitable organizations were granted over $279,000 through Community Grants for a diverse array of projects encompassing kids access to sports, arts and local festivals, community health and food security efforts.

Grant seeking organizations can access the online application form through the Foundation’s website at www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com. It is advised that all applicants to Community Grants confirm the eligibility of their project before beginning the application process by contacting Melissa D’souza Harris, Grants Co-ordinator, at 519-371-7203. 

Non-profit organizations that are considering applying to Spring Community Grants, are encouraged to attend CFGB’s annual Non-Profit Workshop, held on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, from 9 am to 3 pm at Harmony Centre Owen Sound.  The workshop brings together local organizations for professional development, education and networking opportunities.  This year’s agenda will feature presentations on:

• CFGB’s granting processes including changes and updates
• Becoming a diverse and newcomer welcoming non-profit
• Charity law updates and tax receipting tips
• Project evaluation and measuring impact with data
• Volunteer recruitment and retention

Registration is required. Cost is $25 per attendee, which includes lunch. Ticket Link

Created in 1994, Community Foundation Grey Bruce has a mandate to enhance community vitality by fostering open discussion about local need, sharing knowledge, and growing endowments to provide strategic granting and support to a wide range of non-profit organizations. The Foundation’s vision is that everyone in Grey Bruce benefits from a vital, healthy, and resilient community.

For more information, please contact:
Stuart Reid, Executive Director, Community Foundation Grey Bruce 519.371.7203 · stuart.reid@cfgb.ca