City Enrichment Fund

Grants Coordinator
Call 905-546-2424 ext. 4524
Email [email protected]
Learn about the Funding Principles Review engagement opportunity that concluded in November 2023. The engagement informs a set of funding principles that will help guide funding recommendations.

CEF Grant Applications Open November 1 to December 15
Create an account and / or log on to the City Enrichment Fund Grant Portal to submit your application for funding in the 7 program areas. Applications must be submitted by 4 pm on December 15, 2023.
The City Enrichment Fund is the City of Hamilton’s municipal investment in a wide range of program areas that supports the City’s Strategic Plan and 25 Year Community Vision.
There are seven Program Areas: Agriculture, Arts, Communities, Culture & Heritage, Community Services, Digital (Pilot Program), Environment, Sports & Active Lifestyles.
Applicants support is available to any new or returning applicants. Please contact the Grant Coordinator to let us know how we can provide support through the application process. Currently we offer:
- Translation of the Application Form
- Fillable Forms
- Video support
- Review the City Enrichment Fund General Guidelines
- Determine the correct Program Area and specific funding Stream
- Review the Stream specific eligibility
- Reach out to a Program Manager to discuss your application and the Stream specific criteria
- Gather program CEF budget information
- Attend the relevant funding area information session - dates listed below under the Program Areas
- Create an account on the grant portal (select ‘individual’) or login if you already have one
- Submit before December 15, 2023
Submit Application by 4 pm on December 15
Step 1 Develop a grant proposal in support of a specific program. Prepare a budget that reflects the written proposal and gather the required supporting documents.
Step 2 Complete the online application demonstrating that you meet the eligibility criteria and submit your proposal.
Please note that there are specific items which are deemed eligible and ineligible for each stream. Please review the specific handbooks closely as the ineligible items will be removed from the submitted budget.
This short video will help you get started.
How to Apply (Demo)
Program Areas & Funding Streams
Agriculture
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Programs & Events
Arts
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Arts Operating
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Arts Festivals
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Capacity Building
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Creation and Presentation Grants for Arts Professionals
Communities, Culture & Heritage
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Events & Established Activities
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New Projects
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Capacity Building for Cultural Organizations
Community Services
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No One is Hungry or Without Shelter
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Everyone Feels Safe
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Every child and Family Thrives
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No Youth is Left Behind
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Everyone can Age in Place
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Community Capacity Grows
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Everyone has Someone to Talk to
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Emerging Needs and Program Innovation
Digital (Pilot Program)
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Digital Equity
Environment
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Capacity Building
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Projects & Programs
Sports & Active Lifestyles
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Long Term Athlete Development
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Sports Awareness
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Capacity Building
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Sport Development / Inclusion
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Accessibility
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Active for Life
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Multi-Sport Hosting
Eligibility
Eligibility is included in the General Guidelines:
- The program must take place within the City of Hamilton
- The legal status of the organization/applicant must be a non-profit or a community organization/volunteer organization with non-profit goals, or a professional artist applying to the Creation and Presentation stream only.
Questions? Attend an upcoming Information Session to learn more about each Program Area, how to apply, and to connect with Program Managers. Review the Additional Information section for more information about the specific program areas, frequently asked questions and City Council reports.