​Community Foundation Grey Bruce accepting applications for spring community grants

Community Foundation Grey Bruce continues to support strong, connected communities across Grey and Bruce counties through a range of funding, learning, and education opportunities for local organizations and students.

In 2025, the foundation awarded more than $1-million in grants to regional charities and non-profits through its numerous granting streams.

It is now accepting applications for its spring community grants, supporting charities and non-profit organizations working to improve community well-being. Applications must be submitted on-line by April 15. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for projects benefiting the community in the areas of health and wellness, arts and culture, education and life-long learning, living standards and housing, the environment, and community connections.

The new grants co-ordinator is Kristy Andre (above).

The foundation also reminds the community that scholarship applications are now open for local students pursuing post-secondary education at university, college, or in the skilled trades.

In addition, applications are currently open for Free to Play, an initiative that supports outdoor, unstructured, child-led play for children and youth. Delivered locally by the foundation as part of a national initiative, Free to Play aims to reduce barriers to everyday outdoor play and strengthen inclusive, community-based play opportunities. In this first of two calls, $205,000 is available locally. Applications close Feb. 24.

To support organizations interested in applying, the foundation will host its annual non-profit workshop, Tuesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre in Owen Sound. The day features granting updates, as well as a variety of speakers and discussion focused on best practices in the charitable sector. Registration details are available here.

All applications are available through the foundation’s website at www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com. Organizations are encouraged to confirm eligibility before applying, by contacting Andre at 519-371-7203.