The 2025 BL&DCF Grant Intake will open on February 19, 2025
... and will close on April 11, 2025.
Supporting Local Projects
BL&DCF offers grants to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Lakes District, supporting local sports, recreation, arts, culture, health, education, and environmental projects.
Youth-Focused Initiatives
Emphasizing youth benefits, BL&DCF directs funds to projects that provide educational opportunities and recreational activities for young people in the Lakes District.
Investing in Our Community
BL&DCF maintains two investment funds—the Dick & Marilyn Nourse Legacy Fund and the Burns Lake & District Community Endowment Fund—ensuring long-term financial support for local initiatives.
Collaborative Stewardship
Partnering with the Prince George Community Foundation, BL&DCF ensures professional management and growth of the funds, with all grants supporting registered Canadian charities or qualified donees in the community.
About Us
BL&DCF offers grants to organizations that perform projects and services to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Lakes District. All applicants must be a registered Canadian charity or be sponsored by a registered Canadian charity or another qualified donee. Grants are not made to individuals or businesses.
Grant Applications
Grant application intake will be in the spring of each calendar year.
The BL&DCFS awards grants of up to $5,000 to established community groups and organizations. At the discretion of the board, grants greater than $5,000 may be awarded.
Funds that are not used as part of the project are to be returned to the BL&DCFS. Further information will be made available to successful applicants.