Community Grant Program

This community-based funding program is designed to enhance the well-being and quality of life for the citizens of Midland. It provides financial assistance to not-for-profit organizations and individuals delivering a wide range of programs and services throughout the community. This program is funded through The Mayor's Charity Golf Tournament.

2026 Applications Open

The approved funding for the 2026 program is $48,000. The funding threshold per applicant is $7,500. Eligible organizations are invited to apply by March 20, 2026. 

Eligibility

Eligible programs include those in the arts, culture, heritage, sports, environment, health, education, social and human services.​ Programs must be:

  • inclusive, open and accessible.
  • open to the public and of benefit to the town in general. Programs of a broader regional nature should demonstrate efforts in seeking funding from other benefiting communities.

Only one request per applicant is accepted, unless there is a partnership or co-program delivery. Applicants cannot receive funding for more than three consecutive years.

How to Apply

The application deadline is March 20, 2026. Applicants, please note:

  • The application process is a competitive process.
  • There are more grant applications received than available funding.
  • Approval of past funding requests does not ensure approval of future requests.
  • Established programs may receive funding for new expansion opportunities or unexpected challenges.
  • While preference is given to new initiatives, a promising early-stage program may receive a grant covering more than one year if it demonstrates successful development and potential for future self-sustainability.
  • Consideration of any future grant is contingent upon submission of the Community Grant Program Accountability Form to the Town of Midland upon completion of the project and approval by the Community Grant Committee. 

Download the application form

Completed forms can be submitted:

  • by email: grants@midland.ca 
  • by mail: Finance Department, Town of Midland, 575 Dominion Avenue, Midland ON, L4R 1R2
  • in person: 575 Dominion Avenue (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm)

Previous Community Grant Recipients

The approved funding for 2025 was $40,000

Source: June 2025 Staff Report: Community Grant Program - 2025 Intake
Recipients  Amount
Angels with Backpacks $1200
Askennonia Senior Centre In-kind contribution be made to Askennonia Senior Centre for waived facility rental fees estimated at $1,500.
CLH Foundation $4000
Gateway Centre for Learning $2000
Georgian Bay Musical Services $1300
Georgian Shores Concert Band $2500
Girl Guides 1st Midland Sparks Unit $2500
Huronia Transition Homes / Operation Grow $1500
Midland Lawn Bowling Club $1100
Midland Pride $1000
Midland Small Set Co-op Nursery School $8000
Navaratri & Diwali Festival $1750
Quest Art School + Gallery $3000
Sistema Huronia $2500
We Are The Villagers $7650

Funding for the 2024 Program Year was approved in the amount of $40,000.

2024 Grant Program Recipients
Recipients  Amount
CLH Foundation $3000
Georgian Bay Food Network  $5000
Wendat Community Program  $2500
Quest Art School and Gallery $2500
Sistema Huronia Music Academy $1000
Southern Georgian Bay Airboat Rescue $10,000
Midland Shuffleboard Club $4000
Huronia Players Community Theatre $2500
We Are The Villagers $9500

Funding for the 2023 Program Year was approved in the amount of $40,000.

2023 Grant Program Recipients
Recipients Amount
CLH Foundation $3500
Georgian Bay Food Network $5000
Georgian Bay Metis Council $3601
Georgian Bay Musical Services $3200
Georgian Shores Concert Band $2300
Huronia Community Foundation $3000
Midland Civitan Club $1500
Salvation Army $5000
Sistema Huronia Music Academy $1000
United Way Simcoe Muskoka $5000
Warm and Cozy Children's Charity $1764
We Are The Villagers $5135

Funding for the 2022 Program Year was approved in the amount of $38,000.

2022 Grant Program Recipients
Recipients Amount
CLH Foundation $3500
Simcoe County Youth Reach $2500
Huronia Community Foundation (HCF) $5000
Southern Georgian Bay Farmers Markets $2200
Georgian Bay Leos $500
VOX Huronia Community Choir $2000
Sistema Huronia Music Academy $1000
Georgian Bay Musical Services $3000
We Are The Villagers $9050
United Way Simcoe Muskoka $10,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Successful applicants will have three months to complete an Accountability Form and Final Report. Future funding is contingent on reporting in previous years.

Some programs will require recognition of the contributions of the Town of Midland, including use of the Town's logo on promotional materials, plaques for legacy projects, etc. Levels of recognition will be determined by the Committee and applicants will be informed upon notification of their successful application.

Related Links

Community Grant Program Policy