Community Grants Program

Artistic Discipline: Crafts Culture Dance Digital arts Film Inter-Arts Literary Media Arts Multidisciplinary Music Music Video Programming Theatre Visual Arts Writing
Grant Type: Operating Programming Project
Funder: Community Foundation for Kingston & Area
Applicant Type: Non-Profit Organization
Status: Currently Inactive

Community Grants are available in three streams:

  • Equipment Grants — Support the purchase or upgrade of essential equipment needed for your organization’s work or project (e.g., computers, tools, or medical devices). (No formal funding cap; requests are assessed based on need and available funds.)

    • In 2024, awarded Equipment Grants ranged from $3,000 to $15,000, with an average of $6,353.

  • Program Grants — Provide funding for the development, implementation, or expansion of a specific program or initiative. Eligible expenses may include staffing, materials, and program delivery costs. (Up to $25,000 per grant.)

    • In 2024, awarded Program Grants averaged $13,426.

  • Operations Grants — Offer flexible funding to support general operating expenses such as salaries, rent, utilities, and administrative costs, helping sustain your organization’s day-to-day activities. (Up to $16,000 per grant.)

    • In 2024, awarded Operations Grants averaged $13,910.

The program runs twice each year, with applications reviewed by our volunteer Community Grants Committee. In 2024, the Community Grants Program awarded over $660,000 across two rounds, supporting nearly 50 community projects throughout Kingston & Area.

Deadline: 10 October 2025

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