$25,000 Grant Opportunity for organizations that offer programs that focus on the physical, psychological and emotional safety of Ontarians. Application closes on January 31st, 2024.

For the fourth year running, Ontario’s largest electricity transmission and distribution service provider, Hydro One, is accepting applications for its Energizing Life Community Fund 2024.

About the Program

Hydro One aims to support Ontario organizations and communities by funding projects focusing on Ontarians’ physical, psychological, and emotional safety through its Energizing Life Community Fund to build safer and more resilient communities.

Indigenous communities, municipalities, and charitable and non-profit organizations seeking funding to support programming for Ontario communities are eligible to apply.

Available Funding

• Selected recipients will receive a grant of $25,000

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To be eligible, the organization must meet the following criteria

• Organizations must fall into one of these categories.

  • An Indigenous community group

  • A Municipal community group

  • A Canadian registered charity or 

  •  A non-profit organization

Organization must also

• Be non-politically affiliated

• Be focused on improving community physical, psychological, or emotional safety

• Be committed to cultural diversity in their communities through programs, services, and funding

• Have operations in Ontario

• Be able to report accurately and transparently on community investment activities and impact

• Be willing to collaborate on stakeholder and employee engagement opportunities

HOW TO APPLY

For more information on the grant program, view the original article on Hydro One’s website. Click the link below to navigate the site and submit your application.

DEADLINE

Applications for this program are due by Wednesday, January 31st, 2024.

As always, we will keep you posted on any relevant grant programs and opportunities for small businesses and organizations within the province!

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