# TorontoStarts grant application workbook

Use this workbook with https://torontostarts.com/funding/grants/. This is a new preparation workbook, not an original workshop handout.

## 1. Define the project
Company and location:
Project outcome and completion date:
Why this work is needed now:
Person responsible:

## 2. Establish eligibility
Program and official URL:
Current intake and date checked:
Applicant eligibility: ownership, residency, age, company stage and sector:
Eligible project activities:
Costs that do not qualify:
Whether spending before approval is permitted:
Evidence for every condition:

## 3. Reconcile the budget
For each cost record: supplier, amount before tax, eligible amount, date payable, quote and funding source.
Total project cost:
Grant requested:
Required cash or in-kind contribution:
Other public assistance and stacking limit:
Cash available before reimbursement:
Unfunded balance:

Starter Company Plus illustration: $5,000 requested × 25% = $1,250 minimum contribution. Local criteria determine which evidence and costs are accepted. This does not establish selection or intake availability.

## 4. Draft the application
Problem and evidence (100 words):
Project activities and milestones (150 words):
Expected result and how it will be measured (100 words):
Team capability and delivery risks:
Required attachments:

## 5. Track submission and reporting
Deadline, timezone and submission receipt:
Agreement conditions and cost start date:
Invoice, payment and milestone evidence to retain:
Reporting dates and owner:
Next action: