The SickKids WomenPowered Grant, an initiative of the SickKids Foundation, provides funding to support community charities working to improve the health and well-being of children and youth in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada. The program aims to foster collaboration among families, health professionals, and community organizations to create lasting impacts on child health.
Financial Benefits
- Grant Amount: Successful applicants can receive up to $25,000 CAD in funding.
- Funding Use: The grant can be utilized to support a specific project or address urgent operational needs of the organization.
- Renewal: An organization may receive funding for the same project for up to two consecutive years, after which a 24-month waiting period is required before reapplying for the same project.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Organization Type: Be a registered Canadian charitable organization in good standing with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
- Mission: Have a primary mission centered on the health, well-being, or development of children and youth.
- Geographic Focus: Programs and services must primarily benefit children and youth within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
- Operational History: Have operated for a minimum of three years prior to application.
- Financial Stability: Provide evidence of financial stability, strong governance, and capacity for impact measurement.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Show a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in their programs and organizational practices.
- Revenue Preference: Preference is given to organizations with annual revenue between $1 million and $5 million.
Ineligible Activities and Organizations:
- Salaries or benefits for permanent staff.
- Projects primarily benefiting individuals outside Canada.
- Retroactive funding or reimbursement for expenses already incurred.
- Organizations not registered charities in Canada.
- Entities with primary activities outside children’s health and well-being.
- Organizations unable to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and impact measurement capabilities.
Application Process
- Application Period: Applications are accepted from November 3, 2025, to January 20, 2026.
- Application Deadline: January 20, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST.
- How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online through the SickKids granting database.
- Required Documents:
- Latest audited financial statement.
- Detailed budget and funding rationale.
- Application Steps:
- Complete the eligibility form to confirm your organization’s qualifications.
- Provide organization details, including your CRA registration number.
- Complete the application form, ensuring all required documentation is attached.
- Submit your application before the deadline. A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt.
- Notification: Applicants will be notified of funding decisions within three months of the application deadline.
- Reporting: Grant recipients must commit to providing a final impact report one year after receiving funding.
Application Link:
Visit the SickKids granting database to apply: https://sickkids.smartsimple.ca
