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The Ultimate Playground Grant Toolkit

A step-by-step resource to help you identify funding opportunities, understand timelines, and submit stronger grant applications.‍

• A curated list of active playground and park funding programs
• Grant timelines, eligibility criteria, and common pitfalls
• Practical planning guidance to align design, budget, and funding
• Insights from 5,000+ playground projects across Canada

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  • What’s Included in the Playground Grant Toolkit

  • Active Playground & Park Funding Programs

    A curated overview of relevant grant opportunities available to schools, municipalities, and community organizations.Includes program focus, typical funding ranges, and high-level eligibility criteria—so you can quickly assess fit before investing time.

  • Grant Timelines & Planning Windows

    A practical look at how playground funding cycles actually work. Understand when to start planning, when applications are typically due, and how design, budgeting, and approvals need to align with funding windows.

  • Common Grant Pitfalls (and How to Avoid Them)

    Insight into the most frequent issues that weaken applications or delay projects—based on real-world experience supporting funded playgrounds across Canada.

  • Project Readiness & Planning Guidance

    Clear guidance to help you prepare the foundational pieces most grant programs expect, including scope clarity, budget alignment, accessibility considerations, and long-term value.