Why are grantees required to submit reports?
Reports serve as a monitoring tool for our staff, ensuring that OTF funding is being used for the purposes for which the grant was approved. Grantee reports also help us measure our success in contributing to healthy and vibrant communities. If a progress report is not submitted or is incomplete, OTF reserves the right to withhold future payments.
Are grantees permitted to reallocate funds?
Grantees may reallocate up to 10 per cent of the total OTF grant budget within budget categories, to a maximum amount of $10,000, without prior written approval of OTF. Reallocations in excess of 10 per cent or the maximum amount of $10,000, as well as reallocations between budget categories, require the prior written consent of OTF. Requests must be submitted to OTF in writing for approval. If approval is not given before reallocating funds in these circumstances, we may rescind the grant.
Are there any other circumstances when you may rescind a grant?
We may rescind a grant when a grantee either fails to observe or uses grant funds for purposes that are contrary to any of the following:
• OTF’s policies;
• Program Guidelines;
• Letter of Agreement; or
• Non-compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
After receiving a grant, are organizations required to recognize OTF?
In order to be transparent in our distribution of public funds, we require all grantees to recognize the Foundation’s support. This includes recognition in all printed materials such as annual reports and news releases and at all events such as public announcements and award presentations.
The circumstances surrounding our grant have changed. What are our options going forward?
We understand that circumstances can change. Please contact your Program Manager or Grants Associate to discuss your situation.
Should you have any further questions, please contact your local Program Manager or Grants Associate or e-mail us at trillium@trilliumfoundation.org