
This is an open call to every group working so hard to help address big issues in our community related to poverty.”
Kelly Ziegner
president and CEO of United Way Elgin Middlesex
Local charities working to reduce and prevent poverty can now apply for grants of up to $400,000 through the United Way Elgin Middlesex Community Fund Grant program.
Social service organizations in London-Elgin-Middlesex have until Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 to submit applications through the online portal for these two-year grants.
Organizations can apply for grants to support one or two programs at up to $200,000 each. A maximum amount of $400,000 in grants is available to a single organization.
United Way Elgin Middlesex encourages all organizations working to reduce and prevent poverty — including those that have not previously accessed the Community Fund — to consider applying for this grant.
“This is an open call to every group working so hard to help address big issues in our community related to poverty,” says Kelly Ziegner, president and CEO of United Way Elgin Middlesex.
“The Community Fund Grant Program is an exciting opportunity to access financial support that will enable local organizations to put their poverty reduction and prevention plans into action and better help the people they serve. Funding for this grant program comes from our community members and it is intended to meet the needs in our community,” Ziegner said.
The Community Fund is open to all registered charities and groups that meet the criteria outlined on the Canada Revenue Agency website.
“Through our outreach to grassroots organizations and our ongoing work with our community partners, we know the needs are greater than ever in our region, especially among equity-seeking communities,” says Roxanne Riddell, director of community impact, United Way Elgin Middlesex.
“We are committed to dismantling systems of racism and oppression at United Way Elgin Middlesex, and this grant program aims to increase funding to organizations that serve equity-seeking populations working so hard to make a difference.”
Organizations must be providing service in Elgin Middlesex and preference will be given to groups located in Elgin Middlesex.
Funding agreements will start April 1, 2024 and end March 31, 2026.
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