Deadline: 29-Mar-21
The City of London is now accepting applications for the 2021 Innovation and Capital Stream of the London Community Grants Program.
The purpose of the London Community Grants Administrative Procedure is to outline the operational details of the London Community Grants Policy and will be used by City of London employees to carryout day to day business operations.
Objectives
- To make sure that an adequate administrative review of grant requests takes place;
- To provide funding amounts to community groups or organizations that are eligible and approved under the grants criteria and according to their suitability in relation to the City's goal and other submitting organizations;
- To make sure that those applying for assistance are evaluated on an equitable basis, utilizing the same evaluation criteria; and
- To make sure that a system of accountability is developed and maintained between the organization requesting funds and the City of London.
Grants Categories
- Innovation grants are provided to new, emerging organizations and/or initiatives that engage in dynamic community partnerships, innovative improvements to service delivery and system collaboration, and/or generate new ideas.
- Capital grants are provided for projects involving construction or purchase of physical assets, including, but not limited to, land, building and associated renovation costs.
Funding Information
- This is an annual funding stream, with $495,543 available for 2021 applicants.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be an incorporated not-for-profit organization, be registered as such by January 1, 2018, or be sponsored by a registered not-for-profit
- Be located in London and conduct their project for London residents
- Be able to submit proof of valid $2M liability insurance
- Have an active Board of Directors list
- Be able to submit financial statements (audited if available)
For more information, visit London Community Grants.
For more information, visit https://london.ca/living-london/community-services/community-funding/london-community-grants-program