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Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award
Supports creative philanthropic community initiatives
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Latest source updateLast Update: August 10, 2026Latest change: The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award application window changed from March 5-April 26, 2026 to closed now, with reopening in 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 10, 2026
Latest change: The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award application window changed from March 5-April 26, 2026 to closed now, with reopening in 2027.
Norman Lesh Award timeline updated
The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award application window changed from March 5-April 26, 2026 to closed now, with reopening in 2027. This is a material timeline update because applicants can no longer apply at this time and must wait for the 2027 opening.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award provides up to $10,000 to a deserving charity or an individual applicant with a fiscal agent partner. It supports innovative and entrepreneurial philanthropic initiatives that create ongoing benefit for the Ottawa Jewish community or surrounding regions, including Montreal, such as unique fundraising strategies, social impact ventures, or community-based programs.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovative and entrepreneurial philanthropic initiatives.
- New ventures that use the initial grant as seed funding to generate a significantly larger fundraising return.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Description of the initiative
- Proposed budget and other funding sources
- Letters of reference, a CV for individual applicants, and a cover letter
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- A deserving charity
- Individual applicants who secure a fiscal agent as a partner for their application
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa Jewish community and broader surrounding regions, including Montreal
Selection criteria
- Priority will be given to proposals that introduce unique fundraising strategies, social impact ventures, or community-based programs that address unmet or emerging needs.
- The selection committee may allocate the full grant amount to a single recipient or distribute funds among multiple projects based on the strength and potential of the proposals received.
How to apply
- Complete the application form.
- Submit supporting documents where requested.
- If applying as an individual, secure a fiscal agent as a partner for the application.
Processing and Agreement
- The award will be presented at the Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation’s Annual General Meeting and is subject to the discretion of the Awards Committee.
- The successful applicant will be required to submit a report of activities supported by the award before the following OJCF Annual General Meeting.
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award Program
What is the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award?
The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award provides up to $10,000 to a deserving charity or an individual applicant with a fiscal agent partner. It supports innovative and entrepreneurial philanthropic initiatives that create ongoing benefit for the Ottawa Jewish community or surrounding regions, including Montreal, such as unique fundraising strategies, social impact ventures, or community-based programs.
How much funding can be received?
Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award program?
To be eligible for the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award program, you must:
The applicant must be a deserving charity.
Individual applicants must secure a fiscal agent as a partner for their application.
Proposals must be innovative and entrepreneurial philanthropic initiatives that deliver ongoing benefit to the Ottawa Jewish community or broader surrounding regions, including Montreal.
What expenses are eligible under Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award?
Innovative and entrepreneurial philanthropic initiatives.
New ventures that use the initial grant as seed funding to generate a significantly larger fundraising return.
Who can I contact for more information about the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award?
You can contact The Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation by email at foundation@jewishottawa.com or by phone at 613-798-4696, ext. 252.
Where is the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award available?
The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award program is available across Canada.
Is the Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award is a Grant and Funding