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Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant
Operational support for cultural non-profits in Kawartha Lakes
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides operational support to cultural not-for-profit organizations in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Funding supports community cultural initiatives and fixed or staff operating costs, up to 25% of eligible fixed costs to a maximum of $20,000.
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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
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Kawartha Lakes
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operating a cultural facility in the City of Kawartha Lakes
- Delivering community cultural initiatives and public programming
- Preserving, presenting, and educating the public about arts, culture, and heritage
Documents Needed
- Previous year audited or approved financial statements, or profit and loss statements if audited statements are unavailable
- Current year organization budget
- Board or Council motion confirming support for the request
- Letters or emails confirming the partnerships outlined in the application
- Proof of legal status, such as incorporation documents, constitution, or bylaws
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cultural not-for-profit organizations
- Museums
- Historical societies
- Performance centres
Who is not eligible
- Individuals and for-profit groups
- Government agencies, commercial ventures, and funding bodies
- Political lobby groups, political organizations, and religious organizations
- Sports teams, hospitals, foundations, and organizations already receiving direct City operational funding
- Organizations eligible for the Local Economic Development Operating Grant (LINK)
Eligible expenses
- Fixed operating costs such as rent, mortgage, utilities, telephone, property taxes, and building insurance
- Fixed staff operating costs for baseline day-to-day staffing
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Staff costs already funded by other grants, sponsorships, or employment programs
- Temporary project-specific staff
- Capital costs, facility upgrades, maintenance, and debt reduction
- Costs already covered by other grants, sponsorships, or endowments
- Costs for projects that duplicate municipal services or implementation fees
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kawartha Lakes
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an internal review committee.
- Final approval is made by the Director of Development Services.
- Successful applicants are announced through a news release and on the municipal website.
- Approved recipients must complete interim and final reporting, including a mid-year check-in with Economic Development staff.
- Funding is released in two parts, with a 10% holdback until the final report is approved.
Additional information
- The program is administered by the Kawartha Lakes Economic Development Division under the Economic Development Fund Policy.
- The program is built on the Cultural Master Plan themes of operating support, equity, and performance-based funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant?
This program provides operational support to cultural not-for-profit organizations in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Funding supports community cultural initiatives and fixed or staff operating costs, up to 25% of eligible fixed costs to a maximum of $20,000.
How much funding can be received?
Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant program?
To be eligible for the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant program, you must:
Incorporated cultural not-for-profit organization
Facility in the City of Kawartha Lakes
Sound fiscal management
What expenses are eligible under Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant?
Operating a cultural facility in the City of Kawartha Lakes
Delivering community cultural initiatives and public programming
Preserving, presenting, and educating the public about arts, culture, and heritage
Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant?
You can contact City of Kawartha Lakes by email at dgoodwin@kawarthalakes.ca or by phone at 705-324-9411.
Where is the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant available?
The Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cultural Facilities Operational Support Grant is a undefined