Innisfil Community Foundation

Overview of the Innisfil Community Foundation program:

The Innisfil Community Foundation (ICF) Community Grant Program provides targeted funding to support organizations that enhance the well-being and sustainability of the Innisfil community. The program funds registered charities and other qualified donees to deliver impactful programs, services, and initiatives within the Town of Innisfil. The grants are designed to support projects that align with ICF’s strategic priorities, which include equity, climate action, and community well-being. The Foundation places strong emphasis on collaborative initiatives that involve community partnerships and engage those with lived experience. Preference is given to projects that actively remove barriers, support systemic change, and advance equity and inclusion, particularly for underserved populations. ICF encourages applications for projects that are either new, ongoing, or one-time initiatives and that show potential for meaningful community impact. Applicants must demonstrate sound governance, financial accountability, and the ability to carry out the proposed project. Grant recipients are required to report on outcomes and use of funds. ICF also prioritizes transparency, learning, and impact measurement as part of its funding approach.

Benefits of the Innisfil Community Foundation program:

• Financial support for local charitable projects in Innisfil
• Emphasis on equity, sustainability, and local engagement
• Opportunity to test or expand innovative community programs
• Supports collaboration and lived experience leadership
• Access to a local funding partner with deep ties to community needs
• Flexibility to fund a wide range of community-benefit activities

Eligibility criteria of the Innisfil Community Foundation program:

• To be eligible for funding:
• Must be a registered charity or qualified donee under CRA guidelines
• Must serve the Town of Innisfil or demonstrate a clear benefit to Innisfil residents
• Must align with one or more ICF strategic focus areas:
• Equity & inclusion
• Climate action & sustainability
• Community well-being
• Projects can be new, existing, or pilot initiatives
• Must demonstrate organizational capacity and accountability
• Cannot be used for religious proselytizing, political campaigns, or deficit funding
• Partnerships with non-qualified organizations are allowed if the qualified donee acts as the fundholder