Funding for Community-based projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program (up to $25,000)

Eligible organizations can now apply for the 2020-2021 New Horizons for Seniors Program - up to $25,000 for projects that are led by seniors and volunteer based. Organizations can only apply to the program for 1 grant, either for a small grant up to $5,000, or a regular grant up to $25,000. 

Projects for regular grants (up to $25,000) must meet at least 1 of the following program objectives:

• promoting volunteerism among seniors and other generations
• engaging seniors in the community through the mentoring of others
• expanding awareness of elder abuse, including financial abuse
• supporting the social participation and inclusion of seniors
• providing capital assistance for new and existing community projects and programs for seniors

For more information, including eligibility critieria and the application process, see the attached website link.