Together CK (originally called the Community Partnership Fund) was established by Council in 2000, as a grant program using matching funding to promote community events within Chatham-Kent. Since its inception, the municipal grant program has leveraged municipal investment into millions of dollars worth of community development projects and events. It has encouraged widespread civic engagement and community improvement.
Assistance
Groups who have not applied to the program before are encouraged to call the grant administrator at 519-360-1998 to discuss their proposal and receive assistance in completing the application form. The administrator will provide guidance in identifying ineligible projects, expenses or referrals to other grant programs. Timeline The program application deadline is Friday, November 1, 2024. Late applications will not be considered. All applications are to be submitted using the online application form. Together CK invests in projects that help Council make a difference and impact our community, by achieving Council’s Priorities.
Funding Limits
Applicants can request 50% of a community project up to a maximum of $10,000. Or 50% of a community event expenses up to a maximum of $5,000 and a maximum for a significant event based on the event budget to a maximum of $25,000.
All applications will be reviewed by the grant administrator. Eligible applications will be forwarded to the grant review committee. The grant review committee is composed of public and municipal representatives. The Together CK Review Committee evaluates each application against various metrics, such as the grant guidelines and Council Priorities.
Application Timeline:
Application is available to the public: September 17, 2024
Application deadline: November 1, 2024 at 4:30pm
Review of applications by grant administrator: November 2024
Applications shared with Review Committee receives: November 2024
Review Committee Meetings: November 2024
Draft Report to Council: December 2024 (must wait for budget to be completed)
Report to Council: December 2024
What is Together CK?
Together CK (originally called the Community Partnership Fund) was established by Council in 2000, as a grant program using matching funding to promote community events within Chatham-Kent. Since its inception, the municipal grant program has leveraged municipal investment into millions of dollars worth of community development projects and events. It has encouraged widespread civic engagement and community improvement.
Assistance
Groups who have not applied to the program before are encouraged to call the grant administrator at 519-360-1998 to discuss their proposal and receive assistance in completing the application form. The administrator will provide guidance in identifying ineligible projects, expenses or referrals to other grant programs. Timeline The program application deadline is Friday, November 1, 2024. Late applications will not be considered. All applications are to be submitted using the online application form. Together CK invests in projects that help Council make a difference and impact our community, by achieving Council’s Priorities.
Funding Limits
Applicants can request 50% of a community project up to a maximum of $10,000. Or 50% of a community event expenses up to a maximum of $5,000 and a maximum for a significant event based on the event budget to a maximum of $25,000.
All applications will be reviewed by the grant administrator. Eligible applications will be forwarded to the grant review committee. The grant review committee is composed of public and municipal representatives. The Together CK Review Committee evaluates each application against various metrics, such as the grant guidelines and Council Priorities.
Application Timeline:
Application is available to the public: September 17, 2024
Application deadline: November 1, 2024 at 4:30pm
Review of applications by grant administrator: November 2024
Applications shared with Review Committee receives: November 2024
Review Committee Meetings: November 2024
Draft Report to Council: December 2024 (must wait for budget to be completed)
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Please note:
Personal information, as defined by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), on this form is collected under the authority of MFIPPA, the Municipal Act, and all other relevant legislation. Personal information will be used to assist municipal staff and the Together CK Review Committee in making a decision on this project. Names, addresses and comments may be included in the material available to the public. Questions regarding this collection should be forwarded to Partnership Department.
