Grants

Funding that puts community ideas into action

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 a qualified donee and a not-for-profit partner.

Not sure if you qualify?

Check out Qualified Donees, or give us a call at 519-332-2588 — we're happy to talk through your eligibility.

Three ways we grant back to Lambton County

Community Impact Grants

Twice yearly

Community Impact Grants

Open to qualified donees and partnered not-for-profits across Lambton County. Preference goes to innovative, collaborative projects that align with our selected UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Petrolia Community Fund

Oct 1 – Nov 30

Petrolia Community Fund

Supports organizations improving quality of life in the greater Petrolia area. Applications open October 1st and close November 30th, with funding decisions made in early December.

Brooke-Alvinston Community Fund

Municipal fund

Brooke-Alvinston Community Fund

A dedicated fund supporting community needs in Brooke-Alvinston. Application details and deadlines are managed directly through the municipality.

How an application moves forward

Review guidelines

Read the posted guidelines for the grant you're applying to — applications outside these guidelines aren't considered.

Submit your application

Complete Part A and Part B and send them to our office by the posted deadline.

Committee & Board review

The SCF Grants Committee & Board reviews and approves grant recipients following the application period.

Funds released

Successful applicants are notified and funds are released.

Have questions about the grant process?

For Community Impact, Donor Advised, and Petrolia Community Fund Grants, our team is happy to help.