Applications are now open for the Civic Spark Microgrants through Volunteer Toronto. The grant program provides $1,000 microgrants to resident-led groups, grassroots organizations, and informal collectives that are 100% volunteer-run to go towards projects that help build social connections and increase civic participation across the City of Toronto.
Who can apply?
- Local community groups, grassroots and mutual aid collectives
- Individuals who apply must be associated with a group of at least three other individuals
- Groups can be newly formed, but must include the minimum number of individuals
- Groups that previously applied and were funded by a Volunteer Toronto microgrant can apply again
Eligible Initiatives and Projects:
- Must take place within the City of Toronto (within one of Toronto’s Wards)
- Must be completed by December 31, 2026
- Can be a one-time event or a series of activities within the delivery period
- Events must be free for participants and cannot generate revenue/raise funds
- Must demonstrate that the initiative has the potential to bring people together, foster social connection, reduce social isolation and increase civic participation in the identified communities of concern
Applications close: January 18, 2026, at 11:59 pm
Grant recipients are notified, and funds are distributed: March 2026
For further information about the Civic Spark Microgrants or to apply, click here.
