The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg is directing more than $150,000 in funding to community organizations through its 2025–26 grant programs. The money is being distributed to support both daily operations and capital projects across the district.

This year, $99,701 was awarded to 43 non-profit groups through the Annual Operating Grant Program. These funds help cover basic costs such as utilities, insurance, program delivery, and staffing.

In addition, $52,359 was allocated through the Major Recreation Capital Grant Program. This supports larger one-time investments like building repairs, accessibility upgrades, and facility improvements.

Examples of approved funding include:

• SHAID Tree Shelter Society received $3,300 to help care for animals and cover essential expenses.

• South Shore Bluegrass Music Association was granted $3,100 to support its ongoing programming and community events.

• Lunenburg Academy Foundation received two grants — one for operations and another toward a major roof replacement project.

• Parkdale Maplewood Community Centre was approved for both operational funds and support to improve its wheelchair ramp and kitchen facilities.

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24 in Bridgewater received $9,240 to help retrofit its elevator, improving accessibility for visitors.

Mayor Elspeth McLean-Wile said council is committed to supporting the volunteers and organizations that keep local communities vibrant. MODL staff will contact each group directly with updates on their applications.

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Full list of 2025–26 Operating Grant Recipients (partial):

• Barss Corner Community Hall Association

• Bridgewater Barracudas Swim Club

• Bridgewater Sports and Cultural Association

• Broad Cove Community Centre

• Chester Brass Band Society

• Coastal Action

• Feltzen South Cemetery

• Flourish 55+ Healthy Active Society

• Heritage Boatyard Co-op

• LaHave Islands Marine Museum Society

• LaHave River Salmon Association

• Lunenburg & District Swimming Pool Society

• Lunenburg Academy Foundation

• Lunenburg County Hikers Club

• Lunenburg County Historical Society

• Lunenburg County North River Recreation Committee

• Lunenburg Foundation for the Arts

• Mahone Bay Founders Society

• Mahone Bay Signature Festivals

• Maitland & District Recreation Community Centre

• Navy League of Canada, Lunenburg Branch

• Parkdale Maplewood Community Hall Association

• Pride Lunenburg Society

• Riverport Community Centre

• Rossini Opera Festival (L.A.M.P.)

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102, New Germany

• Seaside A Cappella Show Chorus Association

• SHAID Tree Shelter Society

• Simpson’s Corner Community Hall

• South Shore Bluegrass Music Association

• South Shore Lightning Basketball Association

• South Shore Minor Hockey

• South Shore Multicultural Association

• South Shore Sexual Health

• Tancook Island Recreational Centre Association

• The 644 Revitalization Network

• Society of St. Vincent de Paul

• Upper Northfield Community Hall

• We Feed Lunenburg Association

• YMCA King Street Youth Centre

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Major Recreation Capital Grant Recipients:

• Barss Corner Community Hall

• Bridgewater Sports and Cultural Association

• Lunenburg Academy Foundation

• Lunenburg County North River Recreation Committee

• Lunenburg Rod & Gun Club

• Northwest United Baptist Church

• Parkdale Maplewood Community Centre

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24 (Bridgewater)

A full breakdown of funding amounts and project descriptions will be available on MODL’s website.