Neighbourhood Small Grants
Neighbourhood Small Grants
Our Neighbourhood Small Grants program is currently on pause for the time being. Canada Revenue has made some changes in regards to the rules around granting to Non-Qualified Donees (like individuals) that impacts this program, but we do hope to bring it back in the future. If you have questions then please reach out at info@thecountyfoundation.ca.
Neighbourhood Small Grants are based on a simple but powerful idea – when people feel a sense of belonging to their neighbourhood, they are more likely to be engaged in activities that make it a better place to live and our communities are strengthened from the ground up.
What is a Neighbourhood Small Grant?
The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program support residents like you who want to make their communities better places to live. Our grants range from $50 to $500. A grant is money we give you to bring your project to life. You must apply for the grant, but you do not need to pay the money back.
Youth Projects
Youth in Prince Edward County have some really great ideas. To help support them, we are committing at least 30% of the Neighbourhood Small Grants to be directed towards eligible youth projects.
Ask yourself: What is something that I would like to see happen in the community?
Goals of the Grants
- Connect and engage neighbourhood residents (e.g. a block party or a social gathering)
- Share residents’ skills and knowledge (e.g. yoga instructor teaching a free class)
- Build a sense of ownership and pride (e.g. cleaning up an alleyway)
- Respect and celebrate diversity (e.g. multicultural community kitchen)
Get Inspired
In 2023, we launched the Neighbourhood Small Grants program as a pilot project. Below are some of the projects that have taken place so far and we look forward to seeing more come to fruition this year!
We are not currently accepting application for the Neighbourhood Small Grants program. Thank you to everyone who participated in the pilot year and contributed to its success. Stay connected to us through our Pulse newsletter or social media to stay up to date on future calls for applications.
Who can apply for a grant?
- Prince Edward County residents.
- The project must take place within Prince Edward County.
- Each NSG project must have two applicants as leads. The two applicants live at different addresses.
- Registered organizations and businesses are not eligible to apply.
Project Eligibility
- Your project must be free to attend and participate in. We encourage applications for projects that are accessible to people with disabilities and inclusive of all people.
- Events can be one-time or a series.
- You may not fundraise for other projects and/or organizations during your event. However, we encourage you to seek donations or gifts in kind from local businesses to help support your project.
- You cannot sell products or services at the event nor gain financially.
- Large capital projects including building and maintenance of public assets such as playgrounds or purchasing equipment such as computers are not eligible.
- Projects involving psychotherapy and counseling support are not eligible.
- Grant money may not be used to purchase alcohol.
Project Costs
What do you need to think about when you are estimating your project costs?
- Grant requests for projects are expected to be under $500.
- You may not profit financially from your project. Grant money may be used to pay people for services (also called honorariums) to help with the project. An example may be a carpenter or face painter. Total honorarium(s) may not be more than $100 per project. You are responsible for keeping expense receipts to account for all project costs.
- Your project must take place within a year of the funding being awarded but some exceptions may be granted if needed.
- You must begin your project after the grant decision is made. Projects are not supported retroactively.
You've Applied for a Grant - What's Next?
After you apply, your grant application is reviewed by a Grants Committee made up of local neighbourhood volunteers from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Volunteer committee members review the applications and help decide which projects to fund.
Municipal and Public Health Information
Below is some municipal and public health information to consider when coming up with ideas for your neighbourhood project and preparing your grant application. Municipal by-laws are subject to reviews and updates, so please confirm the latest information and requirements as your project date approaches.
For Grant Recipients
All grant recipients will be expected to recognize The County Foundation logo on event posters or other project promotional materials. Please follow The County Foundation's Branding Guidelines.
A grant report is a requirement of this grant. It must be received within one year of the grant being announced, or two months following the end of the project – whatever is sooner. See Grant Reports for forms and templates.
The County Foundation will ask permission to share your project and photos to help inspire others in the future.
Unused grant money must be returned to The County Foundation.
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