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Community Foundations of Canada

Free to Play

Deadline: Rolling deadline

About this grant

A national fund aimed at supporting children by investing in local projects that encourage play, movement, and connection in outdoor spaces, moving away from screen-based activities.

Details verified from the funder's page on October 6, 2026. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official Community Foundations of Canada page before submitting.

How to apply

  1. Read the guidelines on the Community Foundations of Canada website and confirm your organization qualifies.
  2. Gather your basics: mission, the problem you address, your program plan, and a budget for what you'd do with the funding.
  3. Write the proposal — or have GrantOrb draft it for you from your organization's profile, tailored to Free to Play, in minutes instead of weeks.

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