🚨 Final week to apply for Toronto’s Vital Signs Grants! If your organization is bringing people together face-to-face and advancing inclusion, diversity and equity, we encourage you to apply. Deadline: May 8 at 5 PM torontofoundation.ca/torontos-vital-signs-grants

Community challenges aren’t one‑size‑fits‑all. Hyperlocal organizations know their communities and draw neighbours together to imagine and build a better future. Get to know them: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive

Two weeks left to apply for Toronto’s Vital Signs Grants! We’re investing in organizations that bring different people together for meaningful face-to-face engagement and prioritize inclusion, diversity and equity. Learn more and apply by May 8 @ 5pm: torontofoundation.ca/torontos-vital-signs-grants

This National Volunteer Week we’re grateful for the volunteers who keep vital community services going. Many organizations in the Good to Give Guide are volunteer‑run or supported by just a handful of staff — often out of necessity, not choice.

What was meant to be a rainy day turned into the perfect sunny backdrop for our team retreat in Parkdale 🌞 We spent the day walking, learning and connecting with inspiring community leaders and organizations doing incredible, community-driven work.

Last chance to apply for our Lead, Philanthropic Stewardship & Legacy role! If you’re ready to help shape meaningful philanthropy and lasting community impact, apply now: bit.ly/4bZhBlU

Toronto’s Vital Signs Grants are now open! This year, by investing in community organizations that build up connections and trust across differences, we are focusing on one of the city’s most important vital signs: social cohesion. Learn more and apply by May 8 at 5pm: https://ow.ly/R6cz50YIlqu

Small organizations often serve the most vulnerable but the demands on them are greater than ever. Swipe through to see the realities they’re facing. Learn more + support the work: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive

Join our team! If you’re a relationship builder who can guide meaningful philanthropic conversations and turn values into lasting community impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply by April 14: bit.ly/4bZhBlU

Are you a seasoned storyteller, digital marketer and proud Torontonian? This is your last chance to apply for our Director of Marketing & Engagement role—don’t miss the opportunity to make an impact! bit.ly/4bmVPrA

Our NEW Good to Give Guide is out! We’re shining a spotlight on these small but mighty organizations making a difference every day in Toronto. We are proud to fund them and hope you’ll support them too. torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive

Our team is growing—and we’re hiring for two key roles. We're looking for a Director of Marketing & Engagement and Lead, Philanthropic Stewardship & Legacy. Check out our current hiring opportunities: torontofoundation.ca/careers

Are you someone who builds deep, trust-based relationships and can guide complex philanthropic conversations with clarity, empathy and confidence? Apply for our Lead, Philanthropic Stewardship & Legacy today! bit.ly/4bZhBlU

We’re looking for a Director of Marketing & Engagement to steward our brand and civic partnerships, and translate our strategy into compelling, data-informed campaigns that inspire participation across the city. Sound like you? Apply today: bit.ly/4bmVPrA

As the world marks 115 years of celebrating the achievements of women, it’s an opportunity to reflect on how each of us can help move that progress forward. This #IWD2026, consider supporting these organizations — and what we all gain when you do. torontofoundation.ca/give-to-gain#IWD2026#GiveToGain

Philanthropy has long been shaped by urgency—but communities also need spaces for gathering, expression and joy. Award-winning public space expert @jaypitter.bsky.social, and author of the newly released book Black Public Joy, describes public joy as a form of civic infrastructure.

Every day, nonprofits and their dedicated staff are at the heart of our communities. They build connections and support people where it matters most. This #NonprofitAppreciationWeek, we celebrate the incredible contributions of nonprofits and the vital role they play in creating vibrant communities.

Only one week left to apply! Let’s get children in Toronto moving, exploring and connecting outside! Apply for a #FreeToPlay grant today: torontofoundation.ca/free-to-play#FreeToPlay

📱 Canadian children now spend up to 8 hours a day on screens. That means fewer adventures outdoors and fewer chances to connect. #FreeToPlay is funding local projects in Toronto to bring outdoor play back. Apply by February 24: torontofoundation.ca/free-to-play#FreeToPlay

30 years of Black brilliance. Join us in supporting Black-led and Black-serving organizations making real impact in Toronto: torontofoundation.ca/honouring-black-brilliance/ #BlackHistoryMonth

Where you live shouldn’t limit access to outdoor play or community connection — yet for many communities, it still does.

With smarter investment, charities and nonprofits can expand impact, plan boldly and build long-term financial resilience. See how collective investing through our Community Capital Pool makes it possible. torontofoundation.ca/the-future-of-charitable-wealth-building

Cold weather outside, but so much warmth inside the Workers’ Justice Centre. Last week our team toured this newly renovated space—now home to several agencies advocating for workers’ rights—and celebrated the Workers’ Action Centre's (WAC) 20th anniversary.

For Indigenous communities, outdoor play is more than fun—it’s connection to land, culture, ceremony, and healing, and a foundation for culturally relevant child development and self-determination. #FreeToPlay supports Indigenous-led solutions. Apply today: torontofoundation.ca/free-to-play

Are you detail- and-process-oriented with a knack for building relationships? Apply to join our team as Development Coordinator today! bit.ly/4a4qrPb

Let’s get children in Toronto moving and connecting outside! We’re supporting community-driven projects through #FreeToPlay. Have questions about applying? Join our first virtual office hours on December 17 to get answers—register now to secure your spot! torontofoundation.ca/free-to-play/

#GivingTuesday is tomorrow! Use this opportunity to support local, high-impact organizations and make your generosity go further. Check out our resources to give thoughtfully and discover new ways to make a difference: ➡️ Good to Give Guides bit.ly/4p8GOQ4 ➡️ Blog bit.ly/49GVjFX

We’re excited to share that our President & CEO, Sharon Avery, will be on a #SFWF2025 panel exploring Philanthropic Investment for Impact, alongside Alifia Doriwala, Co-Chief Investment Officer at RockCreek.

Are you a seasoned engagement and development manager who’d be energized by a new growth strategy and by delivering exemplary stewardship to our fundholders? Apply to join our team today! bit.ly/4nwcvkJ #hiring

Generosity from our fundholders and legacy donors means 26 more organizations are getting the support they need — advancing climate action, menstrual equity and civic engagement in Toronto and so much more. Read the full story: bit.ly/4hakthP

Founded in 1982, @Native Earth Performing Arts is Canada’s oldest professional Indigenous theatre company, sharing First Nations cultural values with all people through theatre, dance and multi-disciplinary art. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre supports the downtown Indigenous community, fostering spiritual and personal growth through counselling, material assistance and direct services. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Anduhyaun, meaning “our home” in Ojibwa, provides shelter and transitional housing for Indigenous women and children escaping violence, while reconnecting them with culture and community. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

ENAGB honors Indigenous youth voices, autonomy and nurtures the next generation of leaders through youth-led programs, the ENAGB Youth Council, and land-based learning. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

From baby baskets to scholarships, Wigwamen supports Indigenous tenants at every stage of life, weaving together housing, care and community. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

The Urban Indigenous Education Centre aims to enhance Indigenous student wellbeing and achievement and ensure Indigenous education for all educators and students in the TDSB. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Tungasuvvingat Inuit is a one-stop resource and support centre, offering nearly 30 programs from youth services to crisis intervention for Inuit in Ontario. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

ALFDC strengthens Indigenous communities through employment, training, childcare and housing projects, supporting both urban and on-reserve communities across Ontario. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Nishnawbe Homes offers safe, affordable housing for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across the Greater Toronto Area, Peel, and Oshawa. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Aboriginal Legal Services is reshaping justice for Indigenous peoples with advocacy, Gladue Courts and community-led alternatives that break cycles of incarceration and support healing. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Born out of the pandemic, Call Auntie has grown into a vital clinic offering reproductive health services, family supports and culturally rooted care for Indigenous people. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Oahas delivers culturally respectful HIV/AIDS prevention and support for Indigenous people in Ontario, addressing both basic needs and spiritual wellbeing. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Ontario Native Women's Association supports Indigenous women and families through advocacy, programs and cultural preservation, ensuring access to justice, health, education and safety across Ontario. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Multi-year, unrestricted funding allows organizations to move beyond short-term survival and dream bigger for their communities. We met with our Deacon Legacy grantees to hear just how transformative this support can be. Read the full reflection: torontofoundation.ca/from-the-pond-to-the-lake

Whether it’s finishing high school, pursuing college or training in skilled trades, Miziwe Biik has been empowering Indigenous people in Toronto for over 30 years. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Anishnawbe Health Toronto provides culturally rooted care for thousands of Indigenous people in Toronto each year, with 6,500+ mental health visits and 1,200+ traditional healing sessions in 2024 alone. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Since 1962, the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has been a hub for community, culture, and connection — offering programs, language classes, and the Cedar Basket Gift Shop featuring Indigenous artists. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

The Centre for Indigenous Theatre is the only school of its kind in Canada, offering training, performances and programs rooted in Indigenous teachings and artistic expression. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Gabriel Dumont Non-Profit Homes helps Indigenous families in Toronto overcome poverty and discrimination through affordable housing rooted in cultural integrity. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025

Urban Indigenous populations experience some of the greatest health and socio-economic disparities in the country. TYRMC builds connection, education and community for Métis people in Toronto and York Regions. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive #NDTR2025