Trustee Hub

The Trustee Hub is an innovative community initiative that supports grassroots groups working to remove systemic barriers faced by underserved populations, such as youth, newcomers and people living in racialized communities. By sharing our experience and expertise as a trustee, we help these organizations achieve their goals, while fulfilling our own mission to improve the lives of the people in our communities, and the communities themselves. 

Trusteeship Application

 

The Trustee Hub uses a three-pronged approach to help grassroots organizations:

Funding
Many grassroots initiatives struggle to access traditional grants because they lack charitable status or formal infrastructure. By acting as a trustee, we manage more than two million dollars for these groups, enabling them to improve their financial capability without sacrificing their autonomy or community-centered focus.

Administration
The Neighbourhood Group has a long history of providing programs for people in need. The foundation for managing those services lies in our administrative experience. As a trustee, we provide access to that expertise so grassroots groups can focus on the activities that bring strength to their communities. 

Customized Support and Mentorship
Beyond funding and administration, improving sustainability of grassroots group is essential. To support them, we provide assistance with other organizational tasks like reporting, evaluation, and strategy. 

 

Grants and Programming

2026 Cultural Hotspot Funding

• Description: SPARK Project funding supports emerging and established equity-deserving artists and arts organizations from diverse communities – enhancing artistic talents, while promoting local organizations and individual artists.

• Application Deadline: 5:00 pm, Monday, January 12th, 2026

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Youth Opportunities Fund

• Description: Offered by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the Youth Opportunities Fund invests in community-led projects that play an essential role in creating safe spaces, empowering youth and families, supporting career pathways and addressing issues faced by our communities.

• Application Deadline: 5:00 pm, Wednesday, April 15th, 2026

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Community Crisis Response Fund

• Description: The Community Crisis Response Fund provides one-time financial assistance to support communities impacted by traumatic incidents and community violence.

• Application Deadline: Rolling deadline – applications for 2026 are open and currently reviewed.

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