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Where can I get funding for my cool ideas?

Whether you want to host an event or you want to try solving a social issue, don’t let funding get in the way of your innovative ideas! There are many ways to apply for financial support.

Dean’s Student Initiatives Fund

  • Provides funding for student initiatives that aspire to create dialogue and foster a greater sense of community through special events, lectures, or other forms of community engagement
  • Who can apply: Undergraduate Arts & Science students or student groups
  • Amount: Maximum $1000
  • Application Deadline: October

Research Funding

  • Available to students from various sources
  • Who can apply: All U of T students interested in research
  • Amount: Varies
  • Application Deadline: Varies

Undergraduate Research Fund

  • Provides support for research initiated by students which is related to their degree. This research can be part of a regular course, an independent study, a research essay or an academic project.
  • Who can apply: Undergraduate Arts & Science students
  • Amount: Varies
  • Application Deadline: February

Hart House Good Ideas Fund

  • Provides funding for initiatives, events, projects and ideas that draw attention to an issue or build community. Proposals must fall into one of three categories: Arts and Culture, Dialogue Initiatives or Wellness.
  • Who can apply: All U of T student groups
  • Amount: $1000-$2000
  • Application Deadline: October

Student Initiative Fund

  • Offers financial support to projects that enhance the student experience and foster a sense of community
  • Who can apply: Any U of T student or student group on the St. George campus
  • Amount: Maximum $3000
  • Application Deadline: January, April, September

College-Specific Funds

Most colleges offer grants for student initiatives. A few examples are listed below. Check with your college registrar about funds for your idea.

  • Victoria College Dean’s Experience Enhancement Fund

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Things to consider

The deadlines and processes for applying to each fund vary. Once you decide which opportunities you plan to apply to, be sure to keep track of when each application is due.

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