United Way Oxford’s 2025-2026 Funding Application Process is Now Available
Application process
Each year, United Way Oxford makes investments in the community that are 100% local. The application process to receive funding for the 2025-2026 fiscal year is now open to organizations directly serving the residents of Oxford County. The application process begins with a statement of interest which is due to be submitted by September 30, 2024.
United Way Oxford is proud to make investments into programs and services that address local issues by focusing on three investment priorities: All That Kids Can Be, Building Strong Communities and From Poverty to Possibility. By addressing the needs of today and reducing the needs of tomorrow, United Way Oxford is proud to work with local community partners to build a caring and inclusive community where everyone lives with dignity, belonging, opportunity and hope.
While the exact dates change from year to year, applicants should understand that the general process is as follows:
- September: Call for Statements of Interest
- November: Eligible agencies are invited to submit a full application
- January-February: Eligible agencies are invited to present to the Community Impact Council
- March: Board of Directors reviews Community Impact Council recommendations
- April: First of ongoing monthly payments are disbursed to funded agencies
Learn more at an upcoming information session
Organizations interested in applying to United Way Oxford for the first time should book an appointment to discuss their program. Local charitable organizations are encouraged to attend a virtual information session to learn more about United Way Oxford’s investment process, eligibility requirements and funding opportunities on September 19th at 1:00pm. Organizations can learn more or register for an information session here.
Review Eligibility Criteria
- Provide a new or existing program/service that addresses United Way Oxford’s funding priority areas
- Be a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency
- Have an active, community-based board of directors, or are affiliated with a regional/national/provincial head office through local management group
- Have annual financial statements that have been audited by a licensed public accountant or, for those with annual revenues of less than $100,000, a financial review
- Demonstrate fiscal and managerial responsibility.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Provide programs and services which directly benefit the Oxford County community.
- Be inclusive and not deemed discriminatory as defined by the Ontario Human Rights Code.