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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
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