actoronto.org/activators - AIDS Committee of Toronto

Folks Like Us is a weekly games night and social for trans and non-binary folks. We will be playing board games, table games, and video games while chatting about health and social issues. And pizza (with vegan and gluten free options)!

Bring your pals and favourite games!

Every Thursday evening 6:00-8:00pm starting October 17th to December 5th.

ACT (543 Yonge Street, 4th Floor)

Who are the Community ACTivators?

Individuals or small groups who create and facilitate community programs aimed to foster meaningful social and cultural connections for cis and trans gay, bi, and queer guys in Toronto;
Motivated to help improve the health and well-being of guys into guys in Toronto;
Receive funding and resources made possible through a financial contribution from the Public Health Agency of Canada and ACT;
Micro-grant recipients, not ACT employees or contractors. Though ACT will support you in developing and delivering these projects, your work is independent from ACT.

Applications for ACTivators is now closed.

Below are some frequently asked questions about Community ACTivators:

1. Who can apply to become a Community ACTivator?

Cis and trans gay, bi, queer guys including Two-Spirit and non-binary folks who work, socialize or live in Toronto.

Please note:

Applicants can submit multiple applications for different projects, but applicants will not receive funding for more than one project.

2. What type of projects are eligible?

Engage guys in fun and meaningful ways to create social and cultural connections;
Increase knowledge of physical, sexual, and/or mental health;
Focus on guys within our community who have been historically under-represented (i.e. trans, Two-Spirit, newcomers).

3. Who can apply to become a Community ACTivator?

Cis and trans gay, bi, queer guys including Two-Spirit and non-binary folks who work, socialize or live in Toronto.

Please note:

Applicants can submit multiple applications for different projects, but applicants will not receive funding for more than one project.

4. What is the maximum contribution for a project?

The maximum contribution for a project is $1000. The amount allocated to a project is dependent on the goals and projected outcomes of each project.

5. How many projects will be funded?

Three projects will be funded in September 2019.

6. What are eligible expenses?

Materials needed for programming;
Costs associated in helping participants access activities (i.e TTC tokens);
Advertising/promotional materials.

7. What are ineligible expenses?

Fundraising activities or events
Activities already fully funded by other sources
Gifts, alcohol or flowers for individuals or groups
Financial assistance to individuals
Wages and/or honorariums for Project Leads
Expenses made prior to the approval of the project

8. Will project leads be paid?

Project leads will be given a $200 honorarium for their time and efforts.

Please note:

ACT encourages community leaders to apply for diverse sources of funding to sustain their projects.
Community leaders with existing or upcoming funding will not be removed from the selection process.
Programs can take place in whichever language the Project Lead considers best.
ACT’s documentation and support will only be available in English.

9. How will projects be selected?

Project leads submit their project proposals using the Community ACTivators Application Form (available on the website). If the project meets the program criteria, the application will be passed to the selection committee composed of community members and ACT staff. Application forms must be submitted by Sunday, August 25.

Project Leads can request project development assistance from the program coordinator, Mike Smith. Please contact them to ask questions or arrange an appointment.

The successful candidate will be notified by Friday, August 30. Names of the applicants will not be released during the selection process.

What will be required from the participant once the project is accepted?

Project Leads are expected to deliver and reach the goal as outlined in the application.

All projects are expected to adhere to ACT’s Programs and Services Policies and Procedures.
All program activities should be completed by Friday, December 20.

Contact Mike Smith (they/them) at msmith@actoronto.org or 416-340-8484 ext. 455 for more information or to register.

Community ACTivators

Who are the Community ACTivators?

Applications for ACTivators is now closed.

Cis and trans gay, bi, queer guys including Two-Spirit and non-binary folks who work, socialize or live in Toronto.

Community ACTivators projects should work to accomplish the following:

Cis and trans gay, bi, queer guys including Two-Spirit and non-binary folks who work, socialize or live in Toronto.

Costs associated directly with the implementation of the approved project (Including but not limited too):

Project leads will be given a $200 honorarium for their time and efforts.