ROOTS Community Fund
At Trillium Mutual we are proud of the strong legacy of community support. ROOTS supports not-for-profits across Ontario that are committed to the growth and sustainability of rural Ontario.
Strong Legacy of Community Support
The ROOTS Community Support Fund was established to ensure our support will endure well into the future. We’re committed to the sustainability of rural Ontario and recognize our opportunity to support programs that will have a great impact on this effort.
Thorough Review Process for Requests
The Trillium ROOTS Council is a body within our governance model that accepts and reviews applications and recommends levels of support. Applications are received from the communities in which our policyholders live and serve across rural Ontario.
Our ROOTS Council Members
2025 ROOTS Council Meeting Dates
Requests for funding are reviewed quarterly. The quality of your application and timing of the application is important to make the most informed decisions possible.
Only applications received prior to the published deadlines will be reviewed. All applicants will receive a timely response following Council review. 2024 Annual Budget: $240,000.
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March, 2025
Quarter 1
Deadline for applications is April 27th, 2025
05
June, 2025
Quarter 2
Deadline for applications is May 22nd, 2025
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September, 2025
Quarter 3
Deadline for applications is August 28th, 2025
04
December, 2025
Quarter 4
Deadline for applications is November 20th, 2025
Eligibility
ROOTS would like to hear from you regarding your funding needs! We are always accepting applications to help fund organizations making a difference across Canada. (Preference given to applicants that have an impact on rural Ontario communities)
Ineligible Categories – ROOTS is unable to provide support in the following areas:
- Professional and Fundraising Fees
- Completed Projects
- Administrative & Operating Costs
- Endowment and Scholarship Funds
- For-Profit Organizations
- Housing Co-Operatives
- Individuals
- Initiatives Outside of Canada
- Private Clubs, Foundations and Schools (except when they are engaged in a project that benefits the community)
- Sports activities such as (but not limited to) golf tournaments, runs, races
- Political Parties, Ridings, Associations and Candidates
- Conference, Symposium or Workshop Associated Fees & Expenses
- Organizations that Discriminate in Any Way Against Any Race, Gender, Ethnicity and/or Sexual Orientation
- Religious or Sectarian Programs or Purposes, unless engaged in a capital project benefiting the community
- Statues, Monuments, Signage, Art Work or Beautification Projects
- Trips or Tours and any related expenses
- Private or Commercial Vehicle Purchases and/or Leases
- Third Party Fundraising Initiatives
Apply Today!
ROOTS will only support one project/initiative/program per organization every three years.
Previous support does not guarantee approval of your application.
If you require more information with respect to ROOTS, please contact Sam Vadera at 1-800-265-3020 or email roots@trilliummutual.com.
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