Grants

At the Elgin-St. Thomas Community Foundation, we believe strong communities are built by the people and organizations working every day to make a difference. Through our grant programs, we invest in local charitable initiatives that enhance quality of life across Elgin County and the City of St. Thomas. Whether supporting arts and culture, education, health and wellness, environmental stewardship, recreation, or community services, our grants help turn local ideas into lasting impact.

Spring Granting February 15 - March 31

  • Great-EST Needs Fund

  • Dutton Dunwich-West Elgin Community Fund

  • McGregor Morris Fund

  • Southwold Community Fund

  • 2001 London Alliance Summer Games

Evans Tree Fund - February 15 - October 31

100 People Who Care - October 1 - 31

If your project is not eligible or not successful in the above streams consider completing an annual application in the Funding Needs Registry (open year round)

GreatEST Needs Fund Guideline PDF
Funding Registry Application
Budget Template
Watch Grant Tutorial
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Dutton Dunwich-West Elgin Community Fund

Annual grants will be given to charitable initiatives throughout the communities within Dutton Dunwich-West Elgin.  Investing for a better today, tomorrow and forever.

Evans Tree Fund

Established by the estate of Donna Vera Bushell, the Evans Tree Fund will support tree planting projects in Elgin County and St. Thomas.  Donna loved trees and strongly believed in the many environmental benefits they provided.  This fund will allow a variety of trees to be planted for many years to come.

Closes Oct 31.

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Grants are to support the purchase of art which will be permanently displayed in a public space within Elgin County.  

“We Will Dance Together” from local artist Sean Couchie. Purchased by Port Burwell Periscope Playhouse with grant from McGregor Morris Fund.

McGregor Morris Fund

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Sport Opportunity Fund

Grants will be given to amateur sports initiatives that help to promote and educate the benefits of physical health.

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Grants will be awarded to charities within Southwold Township annually.  Building a more resilient community for today, tomorrow and forever.

Southwold Community Fund

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Harness the power of collective impact and highlight the incredible work of local charitable organizations. 100+ Event offers a chance for the community to learn about their missions, programs, and the unique needs they fulfill. Every penny pledged goes directly to the charities in the spotlight. To celebrate our collective efforts, we invite all donors to our Giving Tuesday Wrap-Up Event,
December 1, 2026

We are extremely grateful to event sponsor
Ellen Luft, iA Private Wealth® for supporting this event!

100 People Who Care

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