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Cultural Development Grant
Funding for cultural projects in Kawartha Lakes
Latest source updateLast Update: June 30, 2026Latest change: The Cultural Development Grant details are now visible, including the January 15, 2026 application deadline, up to $5,000 per request, and final reporting by January 30, 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 30, 2026
Latest change: The Cultural Development Grant details are now visible, including the January 15, 2026 application deadline, up to $5,000 per request, and final reporting by January 30, 2027.
Cultural Development Grant details now visible
The Cultural Development Grant content is now visible with full program details, including the application deadline of January 15, 2026, a maximum request of $5,000, and a final report due by January 30, 2027. The guidelines show that the grant supports cultural not-for-profit organizations in Kawartha Lakes for special projects and eligible planning activities, with receipts and the final report required to receive payment. The application page also shows the apply-now form link and required documents, including previous year audited or approved financial statements and the current year organization budget.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
January 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Cultural Development Grant supports cultural not-for-profit organizations in Kawartha Lakes. It funds special projects, one-off programming enhancements, and plans such as volunteer recruitment, business planning, strategic planning, social media, and marketing plans.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-off projects and enhancement activities of existing programming
- Heritage days, special events on museum grounds, guest speakers, and Culture Days
- Plans and strategies such as volunteer recruitment, business planning, strategic planning, social media, and marketing plans
Documents Needed
- Previous year audited or approved financial statements
- Current year organization budget
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated not-for-profit cultural organization
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Government agencies
- For-profit groups
- Lobby groups or organizations aligned with any political party or to support programs or services thereof
- Religious organizations or groups affiliated to support programs or services thereof
- Commercial ventures
- Funding bodies or organizations
- Sports teams
- Hospitals
- Foundations
Eligible expenses
- Operational costs associated with a special project
- Temporary project staff contracted to support the specific project
- Communication and marketing expenses that occur as part of the proposed project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ad placement
- Operational costs for permanent staff
- Capital costs for programs, facility upgrades and maintenance
- Costs funded through other grants, sponsorships and/or endowments
- Debt reduction of the organization
- Operational costs that support the implementation of projects in direct competition or duplication of municipal services
- Fees associated to project and/or program implementation
Eligible geographic areas
- Kawartha Lakes
Selection criteria
- Applicants will be scored on a scale from 1 to 5 in the following categories: Organization Capacity (15%), Proposed Project Scope (20%), Program or Service Plan (20%), Budget (25%), and Linkages to City of Kawartha Lakes strategic plans (20%).
How to apply
- Application forms and intake timelines are available on the City of Kawartha Lakes website.
- Applications must be submitted on or before the application deadline.
- Provide the required documentation, including previous year audited or approved financial statements and the current year organization budget.
Processing and Agreement
- The approved funds will be provided to approved project recipients on funding approval and execution of funding documentation.
- At the conclusion of the project, the Final Report must be submitted with necessary receipts to show proof of payment of eligible expenses.
- Any claimed ineligible expenses or unused grant funds will be reconciled at the conclusion of the project through the Final Report and these funds are required to be returned to the City of Kawartha Lakes.
- Grant recipients are required acknowledge their funding through recognition activities directly relating to the project.
Additional information
- Organizations are limited to one funding request per calendar year.
- Applications must be submitted on or before the application deadline; late applications will not be considered.
- The application timeline includes an interim report due September 15, 2026 and a final report due January 30, 2027.
- Successful applicants are announced through a news release and posted on the municipal website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Development Grant Program
What is the Cultural Development Grant?
The Cultural Development Grant supports cultural not-for-profit organizations in Kawartha Lakes. It funds special projects, one-off programming enhancements, and plans such as volunteer recruitment, business planning, strategic planning, social media, and marketing plans.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Development Grant program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Development Grant program, you must:
Incorporated not-for-profit cultural organization
Clear and obvious cultural (arts, culture, and heritage) mandate
In operation for at least 1 year at the time of application
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Development Grant?
One-off projects and enhancement activities of existing programming
Heritage days, special events on museum grounds, guest speakers, and Culture Days
Plans and strategies such as volunteer recruitment, business planning, strategic planning, social media, and marketing plans
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Development Grant?
You can contact City of Kawartha Lakes by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Cultural Development Grant available?
The Cultural Development Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Cultural Development Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Development Grant is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Development Grant?
Cultural Development Grant is funded by City of Kawartha Lakes