The Region of Durham Funding Portal

Durham’s non-profit sector plays a vital role in providing critical services to residents, building and strengthening communities, and contributing to economic stability. The Region is committed to investing in Durham’s non-profit sector to help grow strong, resilient communities through the Community Social  Investment Program (CSIP).

Current Funding Streams

Sustainable Food Security Fund: In Durham Region, one in four households is currently experiencing food insecurity. Through the Sustainable Food Security Fund, the CSIP aims to address food insecurity in Durham Region and support sustainable solutions. This funding stream is designed to support innovative projects that enhance the sustainability and resilience of our local food security sector. Recognizing the critical role of existing community food programs, funding will focus on initiatives that promote long-term, sustainable solutions to improve food security for residents. Applications open March 24, 2025 at 12:00pm EST.

Thriving Communities Fund: This fund will support non-profit organizations with a mandate, and/or demonstrated efforts, to prevent or reduce poverty, by investing in operational and/or capacity building activities that strengthen their ability to deliver key programs and services to residents and contribute to a thriving region. Applications open Spring 2025.

Please review the Funding Guidelines before proceeding with your full application and ensure you are eligible to apply. To start the application process, please click on the "Submit a new application" below. You will be asked to create a new funding portal account, or log into your existing account. If you have any questions or need help logging in, please email funding@durham.ca.

 

Submit a new application