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.
2024 Recipients
FACS Niagara Foundation
The Niagara Foundation for Family & Children’s Services works to raise funds and awareness in the community to support Family & Children’s Services Niagara (FACS Niagara) in their mission to protect, support and strengthen the wellbeing of children, youth and families.
For over 25 years, the FACS Niagara Foundation has worked with generous members of our community to raise funds that provide vulnerable children and youth with positive childhood memories and support to become resilient, successful adults. Every year, donors provide summer camp experiences for children served by FACS, postsecondary grants for youth who are currently or were formerly in care, life-skills training for young people preparing to live independently, Home for the Holidays events providing a place for youth in care to celebrate the holidays with their peers and workers, and facility upgrades to ensure welcoming spaces for families and children.
Toolbox Project Niagara
The Toolbox Project has emerged as a vital resource for Niagara's unhoused population. By providing essential care packages, The Toolbox Project offers much-needed relief and comfort to those facing challenging times. Their mission has seen incredible growth, transforming into a lifeline for many in the community.
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.