LEAP Program

LEAP is dedicated to fostering non-profit and community development projects in Kawartha Lakes. Join us in creating vibrant, resilient communities through impactful funding.

Empowering Community Growth
Through Funding

LEAP contributes to community growth, resiliency, and vibrancy by funding projects that uplift and support local initiatives. Our goal is to foster a thriving environment for non-profits in Kawartha Lakes.

Downtown Lindsay

Economic Development

Support initiatives that drive economic growth and sustainability in our communities.

Strategic Priorities

Help non-profits achieve their goals and deliver impactful programs to the community.

Downtown Lindsay

The Purpose of LEAP: Empowering Local Non-Profits

LEAP is dedicated to supporting non-profits in delivering impactful local programs. Our initiative fosters tourism, job creation, and community vitality, aligning with regional economic development strategies.

Application and Budget Forms

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 are available annually. Total funding for the year is capped at $100,000.

E-mail to Corey Norman at cnorman@klcfdc.com

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LEAP Grants: Are You Eligible?

To qualify for LEAP funding, projects should be incremental and aligned with Invest Kawartha's priorities. Eligible recipients include non-profits in Kawartha Lakes and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.

Yes
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Projects that are incremental
  • Initiatives aligned with Invest Kawartha
  • Projects that don’t rely on Invest Kawartha funding
No
  • Municipalities
  • For-profit businesses
  • Individuals