Posted by Jorge LeClair in
As a Grant Consultant and Grant Writer I have successfully developed grant proposals for submission to the the Law Foundation of Ontario. I would be happy to assist you in developing a proposal or in answering any questions you may have.
The Law Foundation of Ontario (LFO) is committed to advancing the ideal of a truly accessible justice system through the promotion of legal knowledge, excellence within the legal profession and community participation in the legal system.
The LFO is mandated to use 75% of its revenues to fund Legal Aid Ontario, the remaining 25% is used for discretionary grants that align with its Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles.
The LFO funds programs and initiatives that promote and enhance access to justice for all Ontarians. As such it offers 2 Grant Programs, Small Grants of under $25 000 and Major Grants over $25 000. Grants are open to any secular and non-political Ontario non-profit organization or educational institution. Both grant programs are open to applications at various times throughout the year.
Both Small and Major Grant applications require the submission of a standard grant proposal demonstrating strong organizational capacity, key staff biographies, focused measureable goals/outcomes, strong support from community/non-profit stakeholders, a detailed financial plan and a well thought out implementation work plan. Applying for a Major Grant first requires a Letter of Intent.
According to the LFO, since its founding in 1974, “the LFO has given out over $160 million in grants and over $500 million to Legal Aid Ontario. The LFO’s 33 year history demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting the community and to promoting excellence within the profession. In the coming years, the LFO will work to maintain and support more initiatives and enable the work it has seeded to continue having long lasting and wide ranging impact.”
