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Apply by Jan 31: Hydro One’s Energizing Life Fund 2024
Community Fund | Jan 26, 2024
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Energizing Life Community Fund: Empowering Ontario's Organizations - Apply Now!"
Hydro One is once again championing community betterment through its Energizing Life Community Fund, inviting applications from Indigenous communities, charitable organizations, and municipalities across Ontario. This initiative, now in its fourth year, underscores Hydro One's commitment to fostering the physical, psychological, and emotional safety of Ontarians.
Key Dates and Funding Opportunity
- Grant Amount: Each selected recipient will receive $25,000 to support their project.
- Submissions Open: November 1, 2023
- Submissions Close: January 31, 2024
- Announcement of Recipients: March 2024
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Energizing Life Community Fund, organizations must meet the following criteria:
- Fall into one of the following categories:
- Indigenous community group
- Municipal community group
- Canadian registered charity or non-profit
- Be non-politically affiliated
- Focus on improving community physical, psychological, or emotional safety
- Commit to cultural diversity in their communities through programs, services, and funding
- Have operations in Ontario
- Report accurately and transparently on community investment activities and impact
- Be willing to collaborate on stakeholder and employee engagement opportunities
Application Process
- Review the funding criteria to ensure eligibility.
- Complete the online application form, titling it "Community Fund – [Your Organization Name]."
- Hydro One will notify selected recipients directly.
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This is a great opportunity for community-focused organizations to receive substantial support in continuing their vital work in enhancing community well-being. The past recipients of this fund have demonstrated significant impacts in various areas, including emergency response efficiency, mental health support, and urban beautification.
For further information and to apply, interested parties can visit the Hydro One Grant Application portal.
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