The City of Guelph’s Community Grant Program provides funding to local not-for-profit organizations, charities, and grassroots groups that improve the lives of Guelph residents. Grants are available for both ongoing operations and one-time projects, with funding of up to $15,000 per year.
Applications are now closed and have entered review. Applicants can expect an update on the status of their application in April 2026.
Community Grant Funding Types
The City of Guelph has three grant funding types within its Community Grant Program:
- City Fee Funding: An optional add-on to your project or operational application for costs related to City facilities, permits, or advertising (up to $3,000)
- Operational Grant: Supports core operations like staffing, rent, and year-round programming. Best for smaller, standalone organizations. You may request up to $15,000 annually for up to three years.
- Project Grant: Supports a specific initiative such as an event, pilot program, or small capital projects. You may request one-time funding up to $15,000.
2025 Community Grant Recipient Reporting
If your organization is currently receiving a Community Grant, you are required to submit an annual report detailing how the funds were used and the impact on the community.
New this year: Online Reporting via DecisionHub
The Community Grant Report is now an online form available in DecisionHub. This form is used by both operational and project grant recipients.
- You can save your progress and return later, just like the original grant application.
- To complete the report, you must have access to a DecisionHub account.
2025 Community Grant Annual Reporting Financial Summary Requirement
Alongside the report form, you must upload a financial summary using the provided template. This template is similar the budget form used in your application.
- Please upload the completed financial summary within DecisionHub, along with your report.
Alternative Reporting Formats
If you require an alternative format (including oral reporting), please contact us to make arrangements.
Deadline
All 2025 Community Grant Reports are due by Monday, December 15, 2025.
For more information
Dallas Baker
Community Investment Specialist
Strategic Initiatives and Intergovernmental Services
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 Ext. 3967
TTY 226-820-3532
[email protected]