By Staff
October 24th, 2023
BURLINGTON, ON
Burlington as taken to the idea of giving groups of people funds to do something in their community.
While they don’t tell the really good stories about what people have done – they have grown the idea and are now at the point where some remarkable changes are taking place.
Think big, Burlington! Community-led projects could receive up to $10,000
The City of Burlington is now accepting applications for the Neighbourhood Community Matching Fund (NCMF). Approved community group-led projects could receive 50 per cent of their funding up to $10,000. The neighbourhood or community group must match this funding with an equal contribution made up through any combination of:
- Volunteer hours
- Donated services
- Donated materials and supplies
- Other funds raised, such as cash donations
The deadline for submissions is Feb. 29, 2024.
The fund is to inspire community-led projects with a goal of improving neighbourhoods by creating a sense of belonging, community pride and building meaningful connections.
The city supported the setting up of local hockey rinks – it worked – needs a bit of a boost to get more rink requests.
Burlington residents are encouraged to submit community-led project with a focus on small projects within parks, gardens, buildings on public lands or on lands that are accessible to the public. Projects can increase walkability, promote beautification, encourage recreational activity, build social connections and improve safety or accessibility. These projects are to be planned, led and implemented by the community in a public setting.
Residents interested in applying for funds are encouraged to visit burlington.ca/matchingfund to learn more about the application process, guidelines and past projects.
Denise Beard, Senior Manager of Community Development: There’s lots of opportunity for groups to come together to create something that the community needs. As a City, we often don’t know of the little things that can add a great deal of value to a favourite, local spot. This is where residents can have an impact, get involved and champion a change.”
