The Raptors Foundation For Kids provides funding to registered charities across Ontario that focus on at-risk children and youth.

The application deadline is February 9, 2009.

When applying for funding, please note the following guidelines:

Funding Guidelines:
  • The organization must be a registered charity in Ontario in good standing.
  • The specific program for which funding is requested must target at-risk children and or youth (“at-risk” may refer to social and financial background and or disabilities relating to one’s physical and or mental state).
  • The funding request is not to exceed $25,000.
  • Only one program submission is allowed per organization.
  • A charity can reapply for funding after two years of having received funds from the Raptors Foundation For Kids.
  • The proposal must be typed – handwritten documents will not be accepted.


  • Areas of Interest:
  • Arts, culture and heritage.
  • Basketball development.
  • Education, literacy and technology.
  • Native issues.
  • Social services and community development.
  • Sports and recreation.


  • Exclusions – Raptors Foundation For Kids does not typically provide funding for the following:
  • General operating expenses including staff salaries.
  • Capital requests for building and/or major improvements.
  • Grants to individuals.
  • Endowment campaigns.
  • Research projects.
  • Multi-year projects.
  • Political parties, candidates, or partisan political activity.
  • Government agencies (includes Board of Education).
  • Religious organizations for religious activities.


  • Click below to apply online. In an effort to be considerate of our environment, we will not be accepting hard copies via mail.
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    For more information on the Raptors Foundation For Kids' grant application process, please contact Lise Gott at (416) 815-5400 ext. 5096 or by email lgott@mapleleafsports.com.