General
What is the Stedman Foundation?
Samuel Stedman was a Brantford businessman who, with his brothers, founded the Stedman chain of variety stores which operated across Canada.
Before his death, he established a charitable foundation, the Samuel W. Stedman Foundation. Some of the revenue from this Foundation is used to fund a bursary program, the aim of which is to help and encourage individuals to obtain the education and skills necessary to become contributing members of Canadian society.
Additionally, Stedman wanted to help charitable organizations within Brantford and Brant County, and established a community grant option under the same foundation.
Bursary
What is the deadline to apply?
The deadline to apply is April 30th each year.
Applications must be submitted online on or before this date for review.
Which high schools qualify?
- Assumption College School
- Brantford Collegiate Institute
- North Park Collegiate & Vocational School
- Paris District High School
- Pauline Johnson Collegiate & Vocational School
- St. John’s College
- Tollgate Technological Skills Centre
- Grand Erie Learning Alternatives
- St. Mary’s Learning Centre
How do I apply?
Select the appropriate application form based on your current situation and status in life.
Once selected, please electronically fill out the form in its entirety. Any incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.
Who is eligible for the Stedman Bursary?
Students who are residents of Brantford/Brant County and are currently enrolled in grade 12 at a high school in Brantford or Brant County who are entering into an undergraduate program the following year at a recognized Ontario university or college and show a financial need.
Current university or college students who were/are a resident of Brantford/Brant County and currently completing an undergraduate program at a recognized Ontario university, who once graduated from a secondary school in Brantford or Brant County, and can demonstrate financial need.
A mature student status individual who attended a high school in Brantford or Brant County and who has been out of school for a minimum of two (2) years and are enrolling or are currently enrolled in a recognized Ontario university or college who can demonstrate financial need.
Additionally, all students must be entering into or currently completing their first undergraduate degree/diploma to qualify.
Community Grant
Why would an application not be considered?
It is late, incomplete(e.g. financial statements not included), no status with CRA, not submitted via the online form, or no purpose stated for the funding request.
Are late applications considered?
Applications submitted after September 15th are NOT considered.
Can applications be dropped off at a Brantford location?
No, they MUST be submitted online by September 15th. Applications submitted in any other way will not be considered.
When are applications due?
Applications are due on September 15th each year.
How do I submit my application?
All grant requests should be submitted through the online application process.
How do I apply for a Community Grant?
Organizations wishing to be considered for a grant should submit the online application that includes the following:
- a brief overview of the organization and its purpose.
- an outline of the project and what the grant monies will be used for.
- the dollar amount of the grant being requested.
- the organization’s registered charitable number.
- a copy of last year’s financial statement, along with any other supporting materials.
Who is eligible for a Community Grant?
Registered charitable organizations located within Brantford/Brant who primarily foster help in areas that are focused on children, the arts, health care, and education.