Grants

Grants

Grants are given to organizations identified by the Canada Revenue Agency as a qualified donee or to projects and programmes where there is a direct working relationship between the qualified donee and the not for profit. Not sure if you qualify? Check out Charities and giving – Canada.ca or give us a call.

Community Impact Grants are made by the Sarnia Community Foundation once per calendar year.
Applications that do not fall within the posted guidelines will not be considered for funding.

Preference is given to innovative ideas and initiatives which:

  • Encourage networking and collaboration among organizations
  • Demonstrate innovative or interdisciplinary approaches
  • Reflect diversity and inclusivity
  • Work towards meeting one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
  • Emphasize prevention rather than remediation
 
Community Impact Grants are awarded for definite purposes. Pilot or demonstration projects must include provision for evaluation and a realistic plan for financial viability beyond the pilot stage to be considered for funding.
 

The Petrolia Community Fund Grant process is open from Oct 1st to November 30th, 2025. Grants are given to organizations that are focused on improving the quality of life in the greater Petrolia area. Funding decisions are made in early December.

Brooke-Alvinston Community Fund

For further information on the grant process for Community Impact, Donor Advised and Petrolia Community Fund Grants please call 519-332-2588

All completed grant applications and questions are to be directed to [email protected]