Waterloo Region International Plowing Match 1995 and 2012 Fund
Investments in food security, health care, and education are essential to the growth and development of our region. Services that advance these areas are key to sustaining Waterloo Region and ensuring all communities thrive.
The Waterloo Region International Plowing Match 1995 and 2012 Fund provides grants to organizations whose services focus on agriculture, health, and/or education and benefit the citizens of Waterloo Region. Since 2002, over $360,000 has been distributed to support initiatives in the region. Approximately $22,000 will be distributed through the fund in 2024.
How can our organization apply?
The Waterloo Region International Plowing Match 1995 and 2012 accepted applications between March 4, 2024 and April 2, 2024 at 9:00 am (EST). Applications are now closed.
Guidelines to help you apply
The maximum amount to apply for is $4,000.
Funding must be used for expenses incurred between June 1, 2024 and May 31, 2025.
Organizations receiving funding must be located in and servicing Waterloo Region.
Applications will be considered from:
Registered charitable organizations
Qualified donees recognized by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Non Profit organizations through a partnership with a fiscal partner
You can find information about qualified donees, fiscal partners, and/or download the fiscal partner form at: wrcf.ca/fiscal-partnership
To determine if your organization is eligible, and to understand how the funding can be used, review the Funding Guidelines (pdf). If you want to download a copy of the application so you can see all the questions before you apply, you can access it here: Application (pdf).
Download a budget template (xls)
Organizations that receive funding through this grant stream will be required to share stories, links, photos, etc. to demonstrate the impact of the funds.
If you require additional support, you can contact us via grants@wrcf.ca or 519-725-1806 x 103.
WRCF is dedicated to upholding professional, ethical, and regulatory standards as we work to deliver on our vision and mission, while staying true to our values. We expect partners and organizations we fund to share our commitment to these standards. By applying for funding through WRCF, you are indicating that your organization complies with the regulatory requirements to work with your population(s), and within the legal and ethical framework appropriate for your organization.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
WRCF gathers data to connect local impact to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Applications to the IPM Fund will ask charities to indicate which one(s) your funding requests align with. (Note: Responses to this question will not be a factor in the review and potential funding of an application).
Visit the United Nations website to learn more about the 17 UN SDGs by clicking the button below.
