For Immediate Release
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - Port Hope, ON
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Community Strategic Initiatives Funding Program (CSIP), a new, streamlined approach to allocating Municipal funding that directly aligns with the goals outlined in the Municipality’s Strategic Plan.
The CSIP replaces the former Community Grants and Donations Program and represents a shift toward strategic investment in community-led initiatives that deliver measurable impact and align with Council-approved priorities.
“The Community Strategic Initiatives Program supports community-led projects that advance the Municipality of Port Hope’s Strategic Plan while enhancing the social, cultural, recreational, and tourism vitality of our community,” noted Olena Hankivsky, Mayor for the Municipality of Port Hope. “By supporting projects that align with the Municipality’s strategic pillars of being Inclusive, Prosperous, Sustainable, and Innovative, we empower local organizations to drive positive change and contribute to a vibrant community”
Applications are now open for the first intake of the program and must be submitted by April 30, 2026 using the official application form. Applicants are encouraged to review the CSIP guidelines to confirm eligibility before applying.
Each year, the total funding available through the CSIP is subject to approval through the Municipal operating budget. For the 2026 funding year, eligible applicants may request up to $10,000. Approved projects may receive full or partial funding and conditions may be applied through a service agreement.
Following the application deadline, applications will be reviewed by an internal staff review committee and evaluated based on the published Evaluation Criteria.
For a robust look at the guidelines, eligibility requirements and program details, visit porthope.ca/CSIP.
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