Below you have a brief description of what the Committee and the Board Members will consider for your application.

Timeline for a project submission: once a submission is received, the Community Service Committe will analyse it and make a recommendation to the Board of Directors. The Board will vote for the funding or not. The Board meets once a month, at the beggining of the month. The result will be shared on the email submitted with the application. The grant can be done in person, by the members, or via e-transfer. 

1. Purpose and Scope of the Grant

 - The grant is aimed at supporting projects that align with Rotary’s mission of promoting peace, health, education, and sustainable development - making a positive impact in Etobicoke's Community.
 - Funding will be provided for community-based projects, non-profit organizations, and individuals working in alignment with Rotary’s areas of focus.
 

2. Eligible Applicants

 - Applicants must be non-profit organizations, registered charities, or community groups that are legally constituted in the country of operation.

 - Individuals with a history of community service or expertise in Rotary’s areas of focus may also apply, provided they work with or on behalf of an established organization. 

 - Applicants must have no outstanding financial obligations or unresolved previous grants with Rotary. 

3. Types of Projects Eligible for Funding
Projects that align with Rotary’s seven areas of focus:

 1. Peacebuilding and conflict prevention 
 2. Disease prevention and treatment 
 3. Water, sanitation, and hygiene 
 4. Maternal and child health 
 5. Basic education and literacy 
 6. Economic and community development
 7. Environmental sustainability

- Proposals must demonstrate sustainability and community impact.
- Applications for funding ongoing operational costs (salaries, rent, utilities, or core activities) will generally not be considered, except where these are directly tied to project outcomes.

4. Ineligible Applicants and Projects

 - For-profit entities and political organizations are not eligible to apply.

 - Applications seeking funding for religious purposes, and personal expenses will not be considered. 

 - Retrospective funding requests for projects already completed will not be accepted.

 - Presenters or projects primarily focused on presentations are not eligible. 

5. Grant Amount 
The maximum total amount that can be requested is $5,000 (or more or less, depending on project needs). 

For example, if your project needs $1,000, please just request this total, instead of more. 

6. Application Requirements

A complete application must include: 
1. A project proposal with a clear description of objectives, activities, and expected outcomes. 

2. The project must be recommended by the Community Service Committee and approved by the Board Members for the year when the project was submitted. 

7. Application Process

- Applications must be submitted via a formal application process through the provided link above (GRANT APPLICATION). 
- Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline might not be considered.
- Applicants located in Etobicoke or those who have contributed to Toronto Ribfest (the main Rotary Etobicoke event to raise funds) will be given preference. 
- The Community Service Committee will strive to distribute the grants equitably within the community, ensuring no preference is given to any one institution over another.
 

8. Social Media and Website Acknowledgement

- Successful applicants will be required to publicly acknowledge Rotary's grant support on social media platforms, including: 

1. A thank-you post on the applicant's social media accounts within two weeks of receiving the grant. 
2. Posts showcasing project progress and outcomes, tagging Rotary and using relevant hashtags.

3. An insertion on the institution website referring to the project and Rotary's Etobicoke grant.

4. If possible, help Rotary promote Toronto Ribfest in the institution's social media, sites, and internal communication.