United Way Simcoe Muskoka currently has two funding opportunities available focused on addressing complex community issues. Combined, these calls for proposals represent over $4 million in funding dedicated to creating stronger communities and lasting change.

The 3-Year Community Collaborative Projects stream is funded through local donations and supports initiatives that address complex social issues across Simcoe Muskoka. By bringing organizations together around shared goals and objectives, these projects are intended to amplify the impact of community organizations while creating lasting change across the region.

The 1-Year Rural and Remote Capital Projects stream is funded through Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy, a federal homelessness initiative. These grants support capital improvements that strengthen housing and homelessness services in rural and remote communities across Ontario.

Together, these funding opportunities will help move people from poverty to possibility by supporting community-led solutions. If you know an organization that may be eligible, please help spread the word and encourage them to apply.

Keep reading below to learn more.

Your United Way in Action

Collaborative Project Funding – This multi-year funding represents powerful, multi-partner and multi-sector collaborations dedicated to driving systemic poverty reduction and promoting deep social inclusion across Simcoe Muskoka. Applications are currently being accepted until October 30. 2026.

Reaching Home Rural and Remote Funding – A total of $2,264,824 will be available to support the needs of individuals and families who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. Applications open November 2nd with a closing date of November 30, 2026. An expression of interest should be completed before applying link is Expression of Interest Form

The People Behind United Way Simcoe Muskoka

Thank you District Chair of Muskoka, Jeff Lehman, for your continued support of United Way Simcoe Muskoka! This year’s District Chair’s Dock Party raised an incredible $85,000 to support programs and projects across Muskoka.

We’re grateful for your support and the opportunity for our CEPO, Brian Shelley, to share how United Way is making a difference throughout the region.

Thank you for helping strengthen our communities!

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Donate to Holiday with a Hero. Your donation helps bring a little extra joy and support to those who need it most. There are so many heroes involved in this event; the local heroes, the children who are giving their families a memorable experience, and you can be a hero too! Every donation makes a difference.

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Community Events

Harvesting Community: Showcasing The Orillia & Area Food Strategy

Discover the people, partnerships, and projects that are helping shape the future of food in the Orillia area.

Join community members, organizations, businesses, farmers, educators, and local leaders for food, art, and connection.

• November 3, 2026
• 4:30-6:00pm
• Orillia Recreation Centre

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Aging Well: Conversations That Matter

A FREE, engaging event for adults 55+ in Muskoka. Enjoy meaningful conversations, helpful information, and opportunities to connect, learn, and share on topics including hearing, caregiving, planning ahead, creativity, technology, and more.

Bracebridge – November 10, 2026
Registration required

Gravenhurst – November 17,2026
Registration required