The James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation supports charitable organizations in the City of Toronto that work to improve the lives of people with physical disabilities.

Background
James Rutley Grand was a man of spirit and determination. Afflicted with polio as an adult, Mr. Grand was told he would probably never walk again. His determination following this discouraging prognosis helped him make a full recovery.

Mr. Grand was the grandson of James Grand, who with his brother-in-law Samuel Toy, founded Grand & Toy in 1882. A successful businessman, a keen bridge player, avid traveller and devoted community volunteer, he died just before his 72nd birthday after a full and active life. Today, his generosity is remembered and his legacy carries on. The James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation supports organizations serving those with disabilities across Toronto.

• Program funding: Programs that make an improvement in the lives of people of any age with physical disabilities.
• Capital investment: Improvements in capital infrastructure to improve accessibility of assist rehabilitation for those with physical disabilities.

Eligibility
The James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund granting program is open to any registered charitable organization located in the City of Toronto offering programs or engaging in capital investment projects that directly benefit people with physical disabilities who are residents of the City. Not-for-profit organizations that are not registered Canadian charities that wish to submit an application should refer to the information sheet "Who Can Apply?" for additional application requirements.
Who Can Apply? Information Sheet ››

How to Apply
Download the Application Form that will be available below. The document can be saved on your computer, filled-in, printed off and submitted. We also require that you email the completed form to the email address below.

The James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund accepts grant applications once per year. Faxed proposals will not be accepted. Incomplete submissions will be declined.

Staff at the Toronto Community Foundation will review all proposals and only those which most closely meet the James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund's priorities and criteria will be considered by the Fund's advisors.

Application Guidelines & Deadline
The 2011 James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund Application Guidelines and Form will be available here in 2011.

Contact
Jason Wagar, Donor Services & Marketing Officer
James Rutley Grand Memorial Fund
c/o Toronto Community Foundation
33 Bloor Street East, Suite 1603
Toronto ON  M4W 3H1
T: 416.921.2035 ext. 211  F: 416.921.1026  E: jwagar@tcf.ca