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Ontario Trillium Foundation
Funds projects that develop and share tools, strategies and approaches that strengthen the capacity of Ontario's non-profit sector as a whole. Only for non-profits whose mandate is supporting the sector; organizations focused on direct community programs are not eligible. $50,000 to $300,000 per year for 1, 2 or 3 years. Two-step process: Step 1 closes Oct 14, 2026; invited Step 2 runs Nov 10 to Dec 2, 2026. Not suited to typical small direct-service nonprofits.
Helps Ontario non-profits improve their operations and services. Provides money for projects that strengthen their community impact.
Non-repayable funding (up to $300,000 per year) for projects that create sector-wide tools, improve data use, or enhance funding readiness to strengthen the capacity and resilience of Ontario's non-profit sector. Includes coaching and support from OTF staff.
Region: Ontario
Revenue Range: From $500K
Other Criteria: Charitable organization or foundation registered for at least 2 years with Canada Revenue Agency, Organization incorporated as a not-for-profit for at least 2 years without share capital in a Canadian jurisdiction, Demonstrated mandate, presence, and established reputation for supporting Ontario’s non-profit sector, Minimum of three active board members, with term end dates on or after the grant application deadline date, More than 50% of all board members maintain an arm's length relationship to each other, Submit most recent by-laws, Demonstrate financial capacity, stability, and diversified revenue to sustain operations beyond the OTF grant, Experience managing funds comparable in size and complexity to the project budget being requested, In good standing with OTF and the Government of Ontario, Primary project purpose is to strengthen Ontario's non-profit sector capacity and resilience, Collaborative projects are eligible if the lead organization meets all criteria and the collaboration shares decision-making/accountability towards strengthening the non-profit sector
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This program offers funding up to $900,000.
The application deadline is October 14, 2026.
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