How does the Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund work? Join us at an information session to find out

Kawartha Lakes – The Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund Committee will be hosting an information night Tuesday September 17, 2024 from 5pm to 7pm at the Bobcaygeon Arena Community Centre.

Members of the Committee will be available to answer questions and provide information to applicants interested in applying for 2025 grants through the Bobcaygeon Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Fund.

The 2025 application deadline is October 25, 2024.

“No idea is too small as long as it meets the funding parameters. If you see a need in our community, come to the information night and get some information that will help you and your organization fill out the paperwork. These community-based ideas are what the Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Funds are meant for,” said Wendy Hall, Bobcaygeon C.H.E.S.T. Fund Committee Chair.

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 2024, 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 was also provided to Bobcaygeon Curling Club for parking lot and entrance renovations, and Impact 32 for work and projects benefiting the Bobcaygeon community.

Previous awards contributed to the splash pad, playground equipment, and shelter at Tommy Anderson Park, as well as new decking at the Bobcaygeon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 239. Funding also supported other organizations in Bobcaygeon such as Kawartha Settlers Village, Bobcaygeon Lawn Bowling Club, and the Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens Centre.

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

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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