Hamilton Community Foundation – Grants and student awards
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Hamilton Community Foundation grants for registered charities (or sponsored groups) whose work benefits Hamilton residents. The main Fund Finding Program gives up to $35,000 for programs in health and human services, recreation, education and the environment; it closed October 15, 2026. The Hamilton Spectator Summer Camp Fund ($1,000 to $10,000) opens January 13, 2027.
Opens
Jan 13, 2027
Then closes Apr 8, 2027
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| Who can apply | Non-profits and charities |
|---|---|
| Pays for | Community projects |
| Where | Hamilton |
| How much | Fund Finding Program up to $35,000; other funds $100 to $10,000. |
| Type | Grant |
| Intake | Jan 13, 2027 to Apr 8, 2027 · Hamilton Spectator Summer Camp Fund, closes 5 p.m. Until Oct 15, 2026 · Fund Finding Program, closed 5 p.m. |
Other programs for the same need, open now
Canadian Heritage funding for renovating arts and heritage spaces and buying specialized equipment, for not-for-profit arts and heritage organizations active for over two years, provincial and municipal governments and Indigenous governing bodies. New construction and planning studies are no longer accepted. Applications are taken on an ongoing basis for expenses between April 1, 2026 and March 31, 2028, while funds last.
Non-repayable funding for not-for-profits (incorporated, operating at least three years) that run business support services for women entrepreneurs. Projects of $250,000 to $6 million, from a total of up to $80 million. Proposals are due November 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm PST; late ones aren't considered.
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