About this program
The City of Wrenford offers Community Safety Grants to local groups and non-profits that run programs to keep youth and neighbourhoods safe. You can use the money to support youth outreach, mental health support, and community-led safety projects. The program works with the Wrenford Police Service and Tamsin Valley Public Health to reduce risk factors and build stronger connections in our city.
Who can apply
Registered non-profit organizations, community associations, and Indigenous-led groups based in Wrenford can apply. For-profit businesses cannot apply. You must have a valid business number and public liability insurance of at least $2 million. New groups are welcome to apply for their first project.
Funding streams
Choose the stream that best matches your work. You can apply to more than one stream, but the maximum award is $15,000 per stream.
- Youth Outreach & Prevention Stream: Funds mentorship, gang prevention, and recreation programs for youth aged 12 to 24 who are at risk or involved in crime.
- Mental Health & Crisis Support Stream: Supports youth and family mental health services, crisis intervention, and school-based outreach programs.
- Neighbourhood Safety Partnership Stream: Grants for community-led safety initiatives, including street lighting upgrades, volunteer patrols, and neighbourhood watch training.
How to apply
Applications are open online through the Wrenford eGrants portal. You will need to submit a project plan, a budget, and a letter of support from your board. The annual deadline is March 15. All applications are reviewed by a panel of city staff, community leaders, and a representative from the Wrenford Police Service Board. You can expect a decision within eight weeks of the deadline.
2025 funded projects
Here are a few groups that received funding last year:
- Safe Steps Youth Mentorship: $12,500 for a gang prevention program that pairs at-risk youth with trained community mentors and provides weekend sports and trades workshops.
- Tamsin Valley Youth Mental Health Network: $14,200 for a crisis support line and school-based outreach team that helps young people access counselling and social services.
- Benchlands Neighbourhood Watch & Safety Hub: $9,800 for installing motion-sensor lighting in a park and funding volunteer safety patrols during evening hours.
Questions?
If you need help with your application or want to know if your project qualifies, email [email protected]. You can also drop in to City Hall to meet with a Community Navigator at the Service Wrenford counter.