Community Boost
Supporting Niagara’s Non-Profits
At CAA Niagara, we believe in the power of community. That’s why we created Community Boost, an initiative designed to support local non-profits through funding, awareness, and strategic partnerships.
Since its launch in 2019, Community Boost has distributed over $120,000 into the Niagara community through this initiative, helping organizations make a lasting impact.
Each year, we select two organizations making a meaningful impact in Niagara and provide them with the resources they need to grow and thrive. From financial grants to volunteer support and promotional opportunities, Community Boost helps amplify the voices and missions of those working to make our region a better place.
Because when Niagara thrives, we all do.
The Community Boost Program
Each year, two local non-profit organizations are selected to receive one-time donations of $10,000, as well as various forms of volunteerism, marketing support, and fundraising assistance for the duration of 12 months. Additionally, the recipients' branding are decaled on two new fleet vehicles to increase awareness in communities across Niagara.
Applications for the 2025 Community Boost are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied—we’re inspired by the incredible organizations working to make a difference in Niagara.
Stay tuned! We’ll be announcing this year’s recipients and officially unveiling their co-branded trucks at the end of June.
2025 Recipients
Autism Ontario - South Region
Autism Ontario is a charitable organization with a history of over 50 years representing the thousands of people on the autism spectrum and their families across Ontario. Made up of knowledgeable parents, professionals, and autistic self-advocates who can speak to the key issues that impact autistic individuals and their families, Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. The work we do helps all autistic individuals and families in their communities have access to meaningful supports, information, and connections so they are equitably and seamlessly supported across their life course.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity Niagara is a non-profit organization that brings our community together to help families build strength, stability and independence through safe and affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers and generous donors, Habitat Niagara builds decent and affordable homes that provide a solid foundation for people to build better, healthier lives. Established locally in 1993, Habitat Niagara has constructed 79 homes in Niagara, serving 86 families and creating stable and secure housing for more than 288 children.
Habitat for Humanity Niagara proudly owns and operates three local ReStores in Fonthill, Grimsby and St. Catharines. Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a social enterprise retailer that accepts and resells donations of new and used furniture, appliances, décor, home improvement items and building materials. All proceeds from operations fund Habitat for Humanity Niagara and help build homes in the community for those in need of a safe place to call home. The first Habitat for Humanity ReStore began in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to support Habitat’s mission. Built by Canadians. Building for Canadians.
How to Apply
Each year, CAA Niagara invites local charities to submit a proposal. Application forms must be submitted via an online form to be considered for funding.
Applications for the 2025 Community Boost intake are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed and narrowed down by an internal committee made up of CAA Niagara employees. A shortlist of finalists are voted on by employees from all levels of the organization before two recipients are selected. All applicants are notified whether or not they were selected.
If you have any questions about the application process or Community Boost program, please contact Rhiannon Fleming at community@caaniagara.ca.