Community Micro-Grants

The North & Gray Community Innovation Micro-Grant provides small-scale funding and strategic support to grassroots initiatives, nonprofits, and community-led projects working to strengthen communities across Toronto.

Through this initiative, North & Gray supports organizations that are building meaningful local impact and developing innovative solutions to community challenges.

Selected initiatives may receive micro-grants of up to $1,000, along with a short strategic consulting sprint designed to help projects strengthen their programs, expand visibility, and explore new opportunities for funding and partnerships.

What does the Micro Grant Support?

The North & Gray Community Innovation Micro-Grant supports projects that strengthen communities through creativity, collaboration, and local leadership.

Examples of projects and activities include:

• Community programs that support youth, families, or seniors
• Skill-building workshops (digital literacy, leadership, mentorship)
• Community events that bring residents together
• Programs focused on food security, wellness, or cultural connection
• New or expanded community initiatives
• Improvements to existing programs that help reach new audiences or remove barriers to participation

Priority is given to initiatives that demonstrate clear community benefit and potential for long-term sustainability.

What do Recipients Receive?

Selected recipients receive:

• Micro-grant funding of up to $1,000
• A short North & Gray Strategic Impact Sprint, which may include guidance on:

  • Funding and grant opportunities

  • Partnership development

  • Program growth and sustainability

  • Marketing, communications, and visibility

This combination of funding + strategic support is designed to help community initiatives strengthen their work and expand their impact.

Who can apply?

The program is open to:

• Grassroots community initiatives
• Registered nonprofits or charities
• Community organizations and collectives
• Small social enterprises with a community impact focus

Projects should demonstrate a clear benefit to local communities and the ability to implement the project within the proposed timeframe.

How to apply?

Applications for the North & Gray Community Innovation Micro-Grant will open in May 2026.

Community organizations and grassroots initiatives will be invited to submit a brief application outlining their project, the community impact they aim to create, and how micro-grant support would help advance their work.

Full application guidelines and timelines will be released ahead of the opening date.

Contact Us

To arrange an alternative date to discuss your application please email :  hello@northandgray.com