$1,500 InTO the Ravines Microgrants

Who can apply? Community-led/grassroots groups in Toronto including resident groups, park friends groups, community groups, community associations, neighbourhood groups, and BIPOC-led groups. Priority will be given to groups that have not received this microgrant.

Requirements:

Groups receiving this funding must host one event between mid-June and November 1st, 2024.
This event must be held on Toronto's publicly accessible lands, designated ravines or overlook ravines, green spaces or parks.
This event should be free and open to all.
Your event should focus on connecting, celebrating, or championing Toronto’s ravines.
Your event should not include any form of direct stewardship, such as tree planting or invasive plant removal.

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$ 1,500 Sparking Change Microgrants Eligibility & Requirements

Who can apply? Toronto-based community groups include park friends groups, neighbourhood associations, nonprofits, artists and other collectives. We prioritize BIPOC and equity-deserving communities in our selection process.

Your group doesn’t need to be a registered non-profit or require a trustee to apply.

Requirements:

Groups receiving this funding must host one event before November 1st, 2024.
This event can happen in any park or green space in Toronto.
This event should be free and open to all.

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$500 Getting Started Microgrants Eligibility & Requirements

Who can apply? Newer grassroots community groups in Toronto hosting events in their parks for the first time or wishing to host a smaller-scale event. We prioritize BIPOC and equity-deserving communities in our selection process. Your group doesn’t need to be a registered non-profit or require a trustee to apply.

Requirements:

Groups receiving this funding must host one event before November 1, 2024.
This event can happen in any park or green space in Toronto.
This event should be free and open to all.

How to apply? Applications will happen over the phone or via video call, and questions will be shared once calls are booked. Use this link to book a call for a $500 phone call application or to find out more information. Please email grants@parkpeople.ca for more information.

The Getting Started Microgrants are intended as a low-barrier opportunity. We kindly request that groups choosing to apply for the Getting Starting Microgrants not apply for the Sparking Change Microgrants and the InTO the Ravines Microgrants.

The Getting Started Microgrants application deadline is Friday, April 19, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST.

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