Upcoming Information Events
Let’s Connect
Are you interested in applying, or just want to connect with other people doing good work in our community? Join one of our in-person community collaborative events, or attend a drop-in for application support.
No Virtual Application Support April 17. See you on April 25.
See below for event details and registration.
Virtual Application Support Sessions (Virtual)
These virtual drop-in sessions provide an opportunity to connect with the Upstream team while completing your application. Feel free to join anytime during the hour to ask questions or seek clarification—no registration required.
Join the drop-in session HERE.
Virtual Application Support Sessions (Virtual)
These virtual drop-in sessions provide an opportunity to connect with the Upstream team while completing your application. Feel free to join anytime during the hour to ask questions or seek clarification—no registration required.
Join the drop-in session HERE.
Upstream Collaborative Session - Cambridge (in person)
Join us for an exciting Upstream session at Lang Community Hub! This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, connect with the Upstream team, and be inspired by new ideas. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about the Upstream Funding model and network with others in your community. See you there!
Upstream Collective Session - Waterloo (in person)
Join us for an exciting Upstream session at Adventure 4 Change! This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, connect with the Upstream team, and be inspired by new ideas. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about the Upstream Funding model and network with others in your community. See you there!
Virtual Application Support Sessions (Virtual)
These virtual drop-in sessions provide an opportunity to connect with the Upstream team while completing your application. Feel free to join anytime during the hour to ask questions or seek clarification—no registration required.
Join the drop-in session HERE.
Upstream Collaborative Event - Kitchener(in person)
Join us for an exciting Upstream session at the Chandler-Mowat Community Center! This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, connect with the Upstream team, and be inspired by new ideas. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about the Upstream Funding model and network with others in your community. See you there!
Virtual Application Support Sessions (Virtual)
These virtual drop-in sessions provide an opportunity to connect with the Upstream team while completing your application. Feel free to join anytime during the hour to ask questions or seek clarification—no registration required.
Join the drop-in session HERE.
Virtual Application Support Sessions (Virtual)
These virtual drop-in sessions provide an opportunity to connect with the Upstream team while completing your application. Feel free to join anytime during the hour to ask questions or seek clarification—no registration required.
Join the drop-in session HERE.
Joint Grant Writing Workshop (in person)
Join us for the upcoming grant writing session hosted by the Waterloo Region Community Foundation – Racial Equity Fund, the City of Kitchener RISE Fund, and the Region of Waterloo Upstream Fund.
This session will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how to apply for grants to support your community initiatives. Topics will include:
Understanding the Grants & Funding Landscape
Key Components of a Strong Grant Proposal
Budgeting & Financial Planning for Grants
2025 Upstream Launch (Webinar)
The “Upstream Funding Model” is the process that distributes the Upstream funds and Community Capacity Building fund in the Waterloo Region. This model was built with community and responds community need.
Join this webinar to learn more about the 2025 funding cycle, timelines and priorities for funding.
Register for this webinar, HERE.
Find out about other funding information sessions HERE.
Funding Calendar
Here is a timeline of our funding cycle.