Community Foundation Grey Bruce

08/31/2026

Can we apply for an existing program?

Community Grants are intended for new or expanding projects and programs. Funding is generally not intended to maintain an organization's regular programming or ongoing operating expenses.

If you are expanding or significantly enhancing an existing program, explain what is new and how the grant will help make that expansion possible.

Can we apply for something we've already started?

No. Projects that begin before the grant application is submitted are not eligible.

Can we include administration costs?

Yes. Project administration costs can make up up to 25% of the total project budget, provided the expenses are directly related to delivering the proposed project.

General organizational operating expenses are not eligible.

Can we purchase equipment?

Yes. Small capital purchases of up to $1,500 can be included in a Community Grant application when they are connected to the project.

Capital requests exceeding $1,500 should be directed to the Capital Grant program (Letters of Intent open Jan 31st 2027)

08/29/2026

Does my organization have to be located in Grey or Bruce County?

Not necessarily. However, charitable organizations must demonstrate a strong local presence or clearly show that the proposed project will specifically benefit residents of Grey and/or Bruce Counties.

A local presence could include a local Board of Directors, accountable local committee, office, or significant community involvement.

What types of projects are eligible?

Projects should benefit Grey and Bruce communities in one or more of the following areas:

Arts and Culture
Recreation
Children and Youth
Poverty Reduction
Education
Environment
Health and Wellness
Living Standards and Housing

08/27/2026

Fall Community Grants are OPEN! 🍂

Technology can create connection when it's designed with inclusion in mind.

Last year, Community Foundation Grey Bruce awarded $3,199 to Reach Centre Grey Bruce for Boundaries and Bridges, a project that developed an app to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn how to build safe, positive online relationships in a supportive environment.

The app mirrors familiar social media platforms while providing a safe space to learn digital skills. It also includes a caregiver dashboard, giving families an additional tool to support safe online experiences. Designed to be scalable, it has the potential to benefit many more people in the future.

This is the kind of innovative impact Community Grants can have across Grey Bruce.

For more information: https://www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com/grants/community/

📅 Applications are open now until September 15.
💻 Apply today: https://www.grantinterface.ca/Home/Logon?urlkey=greybruce

08/27/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 One Water Gathering, happening October 1-2 in Alpena, Michigan. This international conference brings together professionals and partners from both sides of Lake Huron to explore solutions, share best practices and celebrate a sustainable future for the lake we all love.

Learn more and register today at lakehuronforever.com/onewater2026.

08/26/2026

What are Community Grants?

Community Grants support new or expanding projects and programs that improve community vitality in Grey and Bruce Counties. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $5,000.

When can I apply?

There are two Community Grant intakes each year:
Spring Intake: January 31 – April 14
Fall Intake: July 15 – September 15

Projects cannot begin before the application is submitted.

Who can apply?

Organizations must either:
Have a registered charitable number; or
Work with a sponsoring organization that is a CRA qualified donee within Grey or Bruce County.
Info about qualified donee: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/charities-giving/charities/charities-giving-glossary.html

Individuals cannot apply directly for a Community Grant.

Please comment below if you have any questions!

08/24/2026

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08/23/2026

We’re proud to support Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory as they celebrate 25 years! 🐦‍⬛ Our Spring Grant is helping make their anniversary celebrations possible - we can’t wait to see it all come together!

Thank you to Community Foundation Grey Bruce who is supporting BPBO with a grant for BPBO's 25th anniversary celebrations.

BPBO was able to print new bookmarks and logo stickers. You can pick these up at our Open House on September 19 at the Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park Visitor Centre in Tobermory.

Community Foundation Grey Bruce grant funding is also supporting the 25th anniversary speaker presentations. The first is on September 19 at the Open House.

Please come join us to celebrate this big milestone!

Open House:
🗓️ Saturday, September 19
⏰ 10 am - 4 pm

08/23/2026

We’re excited to see this Spring Grant project come to life! 🦋 A little sneak peek from today’s Wings of Remembrance Butterfly Release at Huron Shores Hospice

08/21/2026

Fall Community Grants are OPEN! 🍂

Last year, Community Foundation Grey Bruce awarded $3,375 to Grey Sauble Conservation Authority for its Building Connection Through Conservation: Turtle Nest Protectors Workshop Series. Community members came together to learn woodworking skills, build turtle nest protectors, and help conserve local turtle populations, all while fostering connection, confidence, and environmental stewardship.

Together, participants built 41 turtle nest protectors, which were installed throughout the watershed to help protect vulnerable turtle nests during the 2026 nesting season. The workshops also inspired participants to continue supporting conservation efforts as volunteers.

This is the kind of impact Community Grants can have across Grey Bruce.

For more information: https://www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com/grants/community/

📅 Applications are open now until September 15.
💻 Apply today: https://www.grantinterface.ca/Home/Logon?urlkey=greybruce

08/20/2026

🎓 Celebrating our 2026 Scholarship, Bursary & Education Award Recipients!

So far this year, Community Foundation Grey Bruce has awarded 96 education awards totaling $141,369 to support students from across Grey and Bruce as they pursue university, college, skilled trades, apprenticeships and other educational opportunities.

Interest was especially strong during our main intake, with 100 students submitting 304 applications for 31 scholarship opportunities — a 61% increase in student applicants from last year!

From healthcare and skilled trades to agriculture, media, music, science and more, we’re proud to help local students take the next steps toward their goals.

A big thank you to our volunteer reviewers, local schools, donors and fundholders who make these opportunities possible. 💙

Congratulations to all of our 2026 recipients! 🎉

Read the press release here: https://www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com/post/?ID=384