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Community Social Investment Program

Durham’s non-profit sector plays a vital role in providing critical services to residents, building and strengthening communities, and contributing to economic stability. The Region is committed to investing in Durham’s non-profit sector through the Community Social Investment Program (CSIP) to help grow strong, resilient communities.

The CSIP supports social services investment in the local non-profit sector with a focus on poverty reduction and supporting communities to thrive.

The CSIP will support local organizations with mandates to:

  • Reduce poverty.
  • Address social inequities.
  • Promote wellness.
  • Support communities to thrive.

Dignity and belonging

Healthy and resilient communities provide opportunities for civic engagement and participation for all. Ensuring that individuals and/or families have a voice and feel they have a place in their community is essential.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Ensuring the voices of our diverse region are reflected by investing in organizations that prioritize equity deserving members of the community through programs and services.

Impact

Emphasis on investments that aim to prevent poverty and improve quality of life for residents through non-profit organization services and programs that help divert residents from more costly programs.

Collaboration

Recognizing that complex problems benefit from collaborative solutions, opportunities for partnerships that address community need, align resources and expertise, and coordinate service amongst stakeholders.

Accountability

Transparent reporting to create trust-based partnerships and measures of accountability through an annual report to Council that will share stories of impact, strategic alignment and funding decisions.

CSIP: Thriving Communities Fund

In Durham Region, approximately 5.2% of residents live in poverty. Through the Thriving Communities Fund, the CSIP supports non-profit organizations in their efforts to prevent or reduce poverty across the region. By investing in operational and capacity‑building activities, the fund strengthens organizations’ ability to deliver key programs and services that contribute to a thriving, resilient community.

2026 Application Dates

  • Opens: February 19, 2026
  • Closes: March 26, 2026, at 12 p.m.

Funding applications will be accepted electronically, through the Durham Region Funding Portal.

Organizations whose proposed activities are primarily focused on food access, food systems, or food security are encouraged to note that the Sustainable Food Security (SFS) Fund will launch on May 4, 2026.

CSIP: Sustainable Food Security Fund

In Durham Region, one in four households is experiencing food insecurity. Through the Sustainable Food Security Fund (SFS), CSIP aims to address food insecurity and support long‑term, sustainable solutions. This stream supports innovative initiatives that enhance the sustainability and resilience of the local food security sector. Recognizing the critical role of community food programs, the fund prioritizes projects that promote system‑level improvements and durable food security outcomes for residents.

The SFS Fund is intended for projects where food security is the primary focus. Additional details will be provided closer to the May 4, 2026 launch date.

There is a two-step application process. Please ensure you leave time during the open call for applications to complete both steps.

Funding applications will be accepted electronically, through the Durham Region Funding Portal. All applicants must create an account and complete an Organizational Assessment before moving on to the full application.

Step 1: Organizational Assessment

The first step of the funding application process is completion of the Organizational Assessment. Regional staff may contact you to discuss your assessment before you proceed to the full application. If your is flagged for review, applicants will receive notification via email before they can proceed to the full funding application. This may take up to two to three business days.

Step 2: Complete full application

The full application will open to applicants after the Organizational Assessment has been completed and does not require further review.

Please ensure you have thoroughly reviewed the CSIP Guidelines and instructions for completing this application before proceeding.

Note: If you require an alternate format of the application, please contact funding@durham.ca.

Find data and other resources to support your funding application.

As a result of the 2024 Thriving Communities Fund call for applications process, the following organizations have been awarded funding:

  • Blue Door
  • Community Development Council Durham
  • Feed the Need in Durham
  • Durham Community Action Group
  • Back Door Mission for the Relief of Poverty
  • AIDS Committee of Durham Region
  • Bowmanville Older Adults Association
  • Girls Inc. Durham
  • Brock Community Food Bank
  • Christian Faith Outreach Centre
  • Redemption House of Recovery
  • Durham Workforce Authority

As a result of the 2025 Sustainable Food Security Fund call for applications process, the following organizations have been awarded funding:

  • Feed the Need in Durham - Farmers Feed Communities, Farmers Need Communities Project
  • Feed the Need in Durham - Vertical Farming Project
  • Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
  • Mannahelp
  • We Grow Food
  • Zion Christian Reformed Church
  • The Nourish and Develop Foundation

As a result of the 2025 Thriving Communities Fund call for applications process, the following organizations have been awarded funding:

  • Afiwi Groove School
  • Bawaajigewin Aboriginal Community Circle
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of South West Durham
  • Blue Door
  • Community Care Durham
  • Durham Community Action Group
  • Durham Youth Services
  • DurhamONE
  • Girls Inc. Durham
  • GraceWins Peer Support
  • Redemption House of Recovery

CSIP Guidelines

If you have questions about the Community Social Investment Program, please email funding@durham.ca.

For information about additional funding opportunities (provincial, federal, etc.) available for local organizations, please visit our Funding Resources page.