Toronto Enterprise Fund- 2009 Business Plan Competition Announced

Is your organization or community group working on a great idea for a Social Purpose Enterprise that would employ people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or very low income?

[Note: Must be operating in Toronto to be eligible.]

The Toronto Enterprise Fund provides grants to social purpose enterprises - revenue generating ventures founded by non-profit organizations or community groups to create jobs or training opportunities for very low-income individuals. To apply for a grant, your organization or group must have a comprehensive business plan and enter the TEF 2009 Business Plan Competition! This year, the deadline for the Competition is September 14th 2009. If you are a finalist, you will receive seed funding between $5000 and $30 000 to start up your social purpose enterprise.

For more details on eligibility and how to apply, please visit the TEF " How to Apply" page, or visit www.torontoenterprisefund.ca for more information and resources.