Town of Whitby
Mayor's Community Development Fund (MCDF)
Whitby, Ontario
The 2026 MCDF Community Fund intake is closed; the Town says the next Community Fund and Lead Grant intake will open in 2027.
The 2026 Community Fund was closed for the election year; 2026 community applications were accepted January through March with a final deadline of March 31, 2026, and Lead Grant applications are due March 31. The next Community Fund and Lead Grant intake will open in 2027, with exact dates not posted.
- Eligible applicants
- Whitby community groups and not-for-profit organizations serving the Whitby community. Applications are evaluated competitively on community benefit, inclusivity, direct and indirect benefits, business planning, the importance of the Town contribution and measurable outcomes.
- Funding amount or limit
- MCDF Community Grants are up to $5,000. Lead Grants are up to $25,000 and may provide up to 50% of the funds raised for a major community initiative.
- Jurisdiction
- Whitby, Ontario
- Last verified
- 2026-08-01
Eligible activities
- community special events
- capital initiatives benefiting the community
- community initiatives or programs
- major community capital or program initiatives through Lead Grants
Verification note
The current Town page confirms the 2026 election-year closure, 2027 restart and stream caps. Music is not separately named in the MCDF rules, so the record retains the broader community-initiative scope.
Official sources
MusicList summarizes official public material and does not accept applications. Confirm current eligibility, dates, and terms with the operator.