Our Charity Work
The St. George’s Society Toronto helps fund charities in four areas: education, social and community services, health, and the arts. We are currently accepting applications for one-year funding only.
Applications for funding must be sent electronically to admin@stgeorgesto.org, and addressed to the Charitable Trust Committee. Honouring our long tradition of helping in the city, groups must be in the Toronto area.
The majority of funding decisions are made in August/September each year and communicated shortly thereafter.
Submissions for funding should be made no later than July 31 of the submission year and must include:
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A 500-word proposal of how the requested funds will make a difference to your organisation (less than 500 words is accepted – we value precision in thought and concision in writing). We will not read past 500 words;
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Background and history of organisation;
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List of Board of Directors;
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Staff breakdown (number of employees, not names);
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List of corporate, foundation, and private donors;
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Audited Financial Statements for the last two years.
***See the Evaluation Rubric.
PLEASE NOTE – WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 THE APPLICATION WINDOW FOR 2025 HAS NOW CLOSED
In 2025, the St. George's Society has supported the following charities:
The Legion’s primary mission is to both vocally and financially support the interests of veterans, as well as the broader interests of the armed forces.
The St. George’s Society is proud to support this mission each year
The Cathedral is a place of ministry and mission, helping the hungry and the homeless, supporting new refugees, as well as offering fellowship and educational opportunities and programs.
The St George's Society proudly supports this meaningful work each year.
Haven Toronto is the only organization in Canada solely dedicated to supporting elder homeless and socially isolated men. It offers a safe and welcoming environment that upholds dignity, fosters connection, and provides access to essential services, programs, and advocacy
Red Door Family Shelter provides emergency housing and holistic support to families in crisis, including those fleeing violence or seeking asylum. With compassion and dignity at the core of its mission, the shelter helps families rebuild stability and independence.
JAYU is a recognised leader in the space where the arts and human rights intersect.
“We believe strongly that the arts provide the strongest platform to share human rights stories.“
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Youth Without Shelter offers shelter and support for young people aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness in the GTA. YWS Emergency Residential Program provides safe beds at night, healthy meals and snacks.
Unity Charity is a national non-profit organization that empowers youth aged 13–29 through free Hip Hop-based programs. By fostering resilience, creativity, and community connection, Unity has positively impacted over half a million lives across Canada.
Outside the March is a Toronto-based theatre company that creates immersive, site-specific productions, redefining how audiences experience live performance. Through innovative storytelling and deep community engagement, the company transforms everyday spaces into unforgettable theatrical experiences.
The Neighbourhood Group Community Services is a Toronto-based social agency supporting over 45,000 low-income individuals and families across 30 locations. Through free, accessible programs, it addresses urgent community needs, including poverty, homelessness, mental health, unemployment, social isolation, substance use, violence, youth support, and newcomer settlement.
Concerts in Care delivers live, high-quality performances by professional musicians to seniors’ care communities across Ontario, enriching lives and promoting emotional well-being. Since 2006, the program has brought the joy of the performing arts to residents through more than 25,000 concerts.
For over 30 years, Eva’s Initiatives for Homeless Youth has been at the forefront of efforts to prevent, reduce and ultimately end youth homelessness. Each night, more than 120 vulnerable young people find refuge at Eva’s shelters and residential facility, where they receive safe housing, nutritious meals, and critical crisis support services.
CMST) is a charitable organization that provides free music education and social development programs to children and youth aged 4 to 18 who face challenging life circumstances. Through creative learning, CMST helps build creative skills, self-confidence, and a sense of community and achievement.
