Funding Artist-Led Projects
MicroGrants
MAC’s dynamic and impactful MicroGrant program provides funding for artist-led projects which have a pronounced and impactful connection to the public and bring recognition and increased awareness to the arts across the city.
These MicroGrants are made possible through sponsor contributions and MAC’s own fundraising efforts, and target areas of interest or need within the local arts sector, often encouraging collaboration across artistic practices.
Matchmaker MicroGrants
Matchmaker MicroGrants are designed to help Mississauga artists start or complete a project that engages the Mississauga community. Artists can receive matching funds for money raised by sponsorship, investment, and in-kind contributions.
$552,700
MicroGrant funding awarded since 2019
216
Projects supported since 2019
$4.49
In sector investment generated for every $1 in MicroGrant funding (2025)
NOW CLOSED
Winter 2026 Matchmaker MicroGrants
In the Winter 2026 MicroGrant funding round, MAC is offering Matchmaker MicroGrants to Individual Artists.
Matchmaker MicroGrants provide 50% matching funds to artist-led projects from any artistic discipline up to a maximum of $3000. To be eligible for funding, projects must demonstrate a confirmed investment in the project at the time of application and must include a public-facing event or activity in Mississauga, engage audiences in Mississauga, and pay artist fees to Mississauga-based artists.
How to Apply
Please read the Guidelines in full before applying. After reviewing the guidelines, if you have questions, you can reach out by email for more information at susan@macarts.ca. Please allow 2–3 business days for a response.
Application Deadline
Deadline to apply is Monday, March 23, 2026, by 5 PM EDT.
No late or incomplete submissions will be accepted.
Budget Template
Need a budget?
There is a link to a template in the guidelines – this will prompt you to download a copy or “save a copy”. If Google Sheets is not working for you, you can download an Excel file here: https://www.mississaugaartscouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/TEMPLATE-MicroGrant-Budget.xlsx
Sample Webform
Want a sneak peek at the webform? Before you start your application, view a copy of the webform here: www.macarts.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SAMPLE-2026-MicroGrant-Application-Form.pdf
Information Session
Watch our Winter 2026 MicroGrant Information Session to learn everything you need to know about submitting a MicroGrant.
MicroGrant News & Stories
MicroGrant Success: Anna Yin, Spring 2025
Anna Yin used her Matchmaker MicroGrant to produce collaborative pieces combining music and poetry i…
MicroGrant Success: NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir, Spring 2025
NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir used their Matchmaker MicroGrant to produce an interactive multi-arts pro…
MAC’s Winter 2026 Matchmaker MicroGrants
Mississauga Arts Council’s (MAC) Winter 2026 MicroGrant Applications are Now Open. Submit your appli…
Mississauga Arts Council Awards $55,950 to Support 20 Inspiring Local Arts Projects!
Mississauga Arts Council Awards $55,950 to Support 20 Inspiring Local Arts Projects! 📣
MicroGrant Success: Meena Chopra, Fall 2024
Meena Chopra used her Fall 2024 Matchmaker MicroGrant to support her newest book, Charismatic Chiaro…
MicroGrant Success: Pratap Reddy, Fall 2024
Author Pratap Reddy used his MAC Matchmaker MicroGrant to self-publish his new volume of poetry, "Sh…
MicroGrant Success Stories
Funding through MAC’s MicroGrant program has enabled hundreds of artists to realize their goals and develop new artistic projects. These projects have positively impacted audiences and communities in Mississauga and beyond. Learn about some of these engaging projects and the talented Mississauga artists who have benefited from MAC’s MicroGrant Program.
Thank you to our MicroGrant Funding Partners:
