Deadline: 31-Aug-21
The City of Guelph has launched a call for proposals for the 2021 Emergency Fund Grant Program to explore alternative business models, develop program innovation, and strengthen their capacity.
The City Emergency Fund is a new program that started in 2020 and offers onetime funds and support to not-for-profit organizations and unincorporated groups and individuals that offer a significant benefit to Guelph residents and the City across all sectors. These groups are seeking support to adapt and respond to the pandemic to better sustain themselves and build a more resilient community.
Funding Information
The total Emergency fund of $350,000 will be allocated by the end of October 2021. Funded organizations, groups and individuals are expected to start spending funds in the 2021 calendar year, but may use the funds up until end of July 2022.
Eligibility Criteria
- In order to apply to the grant program, applicant organizations and funding request must meet ALL of the following eligibility requirements.
- Note that organizations that are tourist focused establishments, events, or organizations in Guelph should apply for the Tourism Recovery Fund. Applicants can only apply for either the Emergency Fund OR the Tourism Recovery Fund but not both. For not-for-profits:
- Both the organization and the investment sought must benefit Guelph residents.
- The organization must be an incorporated not-for-profit organization. This means that it is incorporated under provincial or federal legislation, with or without charitable status.
- The organization must have a volunteer board of directors with the exception of ex-officio members.
- The organization has been in operation for at least one year.
- The organization must have either a location in Guelph or over half of the participants be from Guelph.
- The organization is in good standing with the City and, if applicable, its own governing bodies.
- Informal and un-incorporated groups and individuals can apply for the fund directly, or can access funds through a partnered organization. Eligibility for unincorporated groups and individuals includes the following:
- The program/project is available to the benefit of all Guelph residents.
- The program/project is not be for personal gain.
- The applicant and any group members reside in Guelph.
For more information, visit https://guelph.ca/city-hall/budget-and-finance/grant-applications/emergency-fund/