Local Leadership Grant
Administered by City of Toronto
About this grant
$5K for resident-led community groups to run place-based projects that inspire their neighbourhoods under the Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy. Funded activities are one-time events completed within a six-week period, May 1 - Dec 31, 2027.
Key facts
Eligibility requirements
All of the following criteria must be met:
- Resident-led community groups across the City of Toronto
- Projects must focus on one of five Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy domains: economic opportunities, healthy lives, participation in civic decision-making, physical surroundings, social development
- Priority to leadership and participation of Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Metis), African, Caribbean, Black and other equity-deserving groups in Neighbourhood Improvement Areas, Emerging Neighbourhoods and communities of focus
Application tips
Grant details are sourced from official public databases and reviewed weekly. Eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and deadlines may change without notice. Always confirm details on the City of Toronto website before applying.
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