WHO WE FUND
We fund local community service organizations across Waterloo Region that provide important programs and services to vulnerable community members.
Who we fund
Funded Partners
Investment Strategy
How we fund
United Way Waterloo Region Communities has revised the Community Impact Fund application process for fiscal year April 1st 2025 to March 31st 2026.
Below is a brief summary of the key changes to the Community Impact Fund process.
For additional details, please refer to the Community Impact Fund Guide.
Key Changes to the community impact process
- Each quarter will focus on one or two specific Issue Areas, and applications must align with the designated Issue Area(s).
- Organizations may submit one application per quarter and receive a maximum of one funded application per year.
- Funding Ranges & Timing: Minimum request of $20,000 and a maximum of $160,000 per application. Successful applicants receive funding at the start of term
*Qualified Donee includes: registered charities; registered Canadian municipalities; registered municipal or public bodies performing a function of government in Canada
Types of Funding
Our funding model allows us to provide Agencies with two options for funding: General Operating Support and Program/Project Grants.
General Operating Support grants are unrestricted funds to support an organization’s ability to achieve its mission overall. This type of grant is flexible and allows grantees to allocate funds towards self-identified organizational priorities in order to develop and strengthen their internal systems.
Program/Project Grants provide funding for a specific program or project.
Questions?
For questions about our funding, our Community Investment Team is happy to help!
519-888-6100 (Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 4:30pm)
grants@uwaywrc.ca | @UnitedWayWRC
Funding Opportunities
We are proud to be able to offer quarterly funding opportunities for both our General Operating Support Grants, and our Program/Project Grants.