Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund - learn more about the fund

Kawartha Lakes – The Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund Committee is hosting an information night Monday, September 8, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Bobcaygeon Library.

Members of the Committee will be available to answer questions and provide information to applicants interested in applying for 2026 grants through the Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund.

The 2026 application deadline is October 31, 2025.

NEW THIS YEAR: Applications will only be accepted online through the link on our Grants and Funding page on our website.

What is a Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund?

The Legacy Community Hydro Electric Systems Transfer (C.H.E.S.T.) Funds are former hydro electric commissions that are used to benefit the ratepayers of the geographic area which it served. The fund provides financial assistance to non-profit, community-based organizations that provide programs, projects, services, or activities that enhance the quality of life for Bobcaygeon residents in the areas of health, arts, culture, leisure, heritage, education and the environment.

The Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund supports organizations within the geographic areas of Bobcaygeon. Organizations that do not have non-profit status are eligible to apply through a non-profit sponsor.

Examples of past Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund recipients

In recent years, grants included funding for events such as Bobcaygeon Canada Day, the Ontario Open Fiddle and Step dance competition, the Bobcaygeon Skating Club Carnival, and the Electronic Vehicle Society Environmental Fair as well as funds for Globus Theatre, Bobcaygeon Summer Music Camps, Bobcaygeon Minor Ball and Bobcaygeon Soccer. Grant support has also been provided for capital work at the Bobcaygeon Curling Club, Bobcaygeon Lions Club, Trinity United Church, Tommy Anderson Park, and the Bobcaygeon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 239. Funding has also supported other organizations in Bobcaygeon such as Kawartha Settlers Village, Bobcaygeon Lawn Bowling Club, Impact 32, and the Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens Centre.

Interested attendees are asked to RSVP to LeAnn Donnelly, Executive Assistant to the Director of Community Services, ldonnelly@kawarthalakes.ca.

Please visit the Grants and Funding page on our website and look for the Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund tab to learn more about the program.

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