Funding Stories

“Canada’s Millennial Generation Social Values Study” 2015-2017 The Environics Institute for Survey Research reveals a bold portrait of Canada’s Millennials (those born between 1980 and 1995), that for the first time presents the social values of this generation, and the

“One-To-One Peer Mentorship” Grant 2004–2007 Giving people the confidence and ability to stand on their own two feet is a common thread that characterizes many social service programs. It’s particularly vital for homeless and at-risk youth to prevent their slipping

“Urban Farming and Local Food Careers Program” Grant 2014-2016 In 2014, the Foundation funded Everdale to work on three goals: Establish a training program that produces skilled employable/entrepreneurial graduates. Assist replication of this model in other communities. Get individuals started

“Farm Planner Manual” 2018 – 2020 Everdale developed the first versions of The Farm Planner course in 2008 and has run it successfully since that time. During that time, Everdale was contacted by many different organizations who were hoping to

“Training” Grant 2004 – 2007 In the interests of providing the appropriate supports to the communities they serve, some social service organizations need to ensure their core missions and goals keep up with the changing nature of society. Such is

“Open Education Program for Uprooted Youth” Grant 2014-2015   FCJ Refugee Centre was awarded a two-year grant in September 2013 to launch their “Open Education Program for Uprooted Youth” project. Refugee and newcomer youth face many challenges as they transition

“Immigrant and Refugee Youth Mentoring Project” Grant 2012-2013   FCJ Refugee Centre, a Toronto-based community agency serving refugees and others at risk due to their immigration status, received a two-year grant to develop peer mentoring services for immigrant and refugee

“Pilot Program” Grant 2004 – 2005 Nurturing a healthy child during infancy and the toddler years are absolutely vital stages for their ongoing development. There are many aspects to ensuring children receive the love, support and interaction that will define

“The School Grown Social Enterprise” 2013-2015   FoodShare Toronto was awarded a two-year grant in 2013 to support the “School Grown Social Enterprise” initiative. This funding allowed FoodShare Toroto to develop and share the School Grown model that would result

“Pathways to Youth Employment Program” Grant 2010-2012 FoodShare Toronto received a two-year grant in 2010 from The Counselling Foundation of Canada to support its Focus on Food, Pathways to Youth Employment program. FoodShare Toronto is a non-profit community organization whose

“Platformation Program” Grant 2011-2013   Framework received a three-year grant in March, 2011 to develop its Platformation program.  Framework, a registered non-profit since 2003 headquartered in Toronto, focuses on delivering high quality volunteer engagement events while innovating in other areas

“Skills Training and Job Placement Program” Grant Phase I 2011-2014 Phase II 2013-2015 Toronto’s Furniture Bank was awarded a three-year grant in September, 2011 to support its Leg Up Skills Training and Job Placement Program. Furniture Bank focuses on taking