The 2020 Muskoka Community Grant program has three (3) streams aimed to help grassroots community groups, not-for-profit organizations and registered charities to deliver projects and/or programs to strengthen and enhance the vitality and well-being of the Muskoka Community.
PAY IT FORWARD
Available to grassroots Muskoka community groups since 2012, this program provides grants up to $2,500 to projects that fill a strategic need in the community, enhance community support and leadership, and create positive change.
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND (NEW in 2020)
Available to not-for-profit/charitable community groups, this program provides grants up to $10,000 to initiatives focused on improving quality of life for vulnerable populations (i.e. poverty reduction; food security; housing and living conditions; education and training opportunities; volunteer and job development; and citizen engagement).
SOCIAL SERVICE RELIEF FUND (NEW in 2020)
Available to community groups, this program provides grants up to $5,000 to provide financial assistance for essential services such as food programs or other necessary programs to help vulnerable populations during COVID-19.
For more information or to apply, visit
engagemuskoka.ca. Deadline: June 29, 2020, at 4:00 p.m.