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.

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

Register Here

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.