Application Deadline: April 14, 2023

The Leicester Savings Bank (LSB) Fund was created in 1997 through the merger of Country Bank for Savings and LSB and is a permanent resource to support efforts that improve the quality of life for residents and build a stronger community.

Eligibility, Scope & Limitations

• Any nonprofit or fiscally sponsored organization serving Leicester residents is eligible
• Grants will generally not be awarded to individuals or municipal agencies
• Operating costs, project expenses and/or capital expenses are all eligible.
• Grant amount requests for any amount will be considered, but average grant size is under $3,000. Larger projects that demonstrate they can secure other outside or matching funds will be considered.

Areas of Interest

Applicants must demonstrate how they will utilize grant funding in one or more of the following areas;

• Enhance the vibrancy in the community through community events, recreation and the arts
• Deliver meaningful and needed services in community development, human services and education
• Provide critical resources for the most vulnerable residents

To Apply

The application form is online. The first time an organization applies to the Foundation through our online application system, it creates an Organization Account to use for each application going forward. Please use the same account you have previously used, or create a new one if this your first time applying online. You may contact Foundation staff to find out if your organization already has an account in our system.