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The Leadership Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

The Leadership Fund Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the The Leadership Fund program?

To be eligible for the The Leadership Fund program, you must: Paid staff at eligible non-profit Food insecurity-focused organization Organization supports the application

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the The Leadership Fund?

You can contact Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security.

Q: Where is the The Leadership Fund available?

The The Leadership Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the The Leadership Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

The Leadership Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Leadership development support for non-profit people leaders

Grant and Funding

Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

The program offers up to $3,000 to support leadership development for people leaders working in small-to-medium organizations focused on food insecurity. Funding can be used for self-directed learning such as workshops, courses, certifications, and professional coaching or mentoring.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Obtain certifications

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Minimum amount : 1,500 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 14, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

$ 2,000,000 maximum revenue

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services
Income Support and Maintenance

Target groups

Indigenous peoples
Minority groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Self-directed leadership development and skills-building initiatives
Professional development through workshops and knowledge-sharing gatherings
Completion of courses or certification to strengthen leadership practice
Engagement in professional coaching or mentoring

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 3,000

Leadership training and coaching to improve food program team management

$ 3,000

Inclusive leadership certificate and mentoring for community food hub manager

Eligibility

Applicant is paid staff of a charity, non-profit, or grassroots organization.
The organization’s annual budget is up to $2 million (2024 tax year).
The organization’s mission or vision aligns with a focus on food insecurity.
The applicant has organizational support to apply, and funds are received by the organization.
The applicant is an emerging or experienced people leader.

Who is eligible?

Charities
Non-profit organizations
Grassroots organizations

Eligible expenses

Workshop and knowledge-sharing gathering costs
Course and training fees for self-directed learning
Certification fees
Professional coaching or mentoring fees

How to apply

Step 1: Complete the online application form

Access and fill out the application using the Google form.

Step 2: Submit the application

Submit the completed form through the online form submission process.

Processing and Agreement

Applicants are notified of their application status in late May or early June.

Additional information

Preference is given to applicants who are Black, Indigenous, or identify as a person of colour.
Applicants can expect to be notified of their application status in late May or early June.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Leadership Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Leadership Fund. 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.