Legacy Foundation’s “Love Where You Live” Grant Event to Kick Off $5 Million in New Funding Opportunities 

Legacy Foundation will officially announce $5 million in new grant funding during a public Grant Launch on Thursday, April 23 at 9:00 a.m. at IBEW Local 697,  inviting nonprofits, local governments, and public agencies to learn more about the funding  opportunity and begin the application process. This major investment includes the launch  of the $4 million Love Where You Live Grant, as well as an additional $1 million dedicated to  expanding the Transform Lake County and Resilience grant programs. 

The Love Where You Live grants include a new $4 million investment designed to support  community informed projects that create, revitalize, and activate inclusive public spaces  across Lake County, Indiana. Through this initiative, Legacy Foundation will fund projects  that are implementation-ready, demonstrate clear community benefit, and transform underutilized shared spaces into vibrant community assets. 

“Love Where You Live is about investing in the places that shape everyday life,” said Kelly  Anoe, President and CEO of Legacy Foundation. ““Through this $4 million grant, we are  focusing on public spaces that foster connection and belonging, while our additional $1  million investment ensures continued support for organizations making a difference every  day.” 

Legacy Foundation anticipates awarding grants of up to $1,000,000 for transformative  public space projects, with awards expected to range from $100,000 to $1,000,000.  Examples of eligible projects include, but are not limited to, downtown plazas,  amphitheaters, park enhancements, and indoor public market spaces. 

In addition to the $4 million public space investment, Legacy Foundation will add $1 million to expand Transform Lake County and Resilience grantmaking through 2027 to support the  growth and stability of nonprofit organizations serving Lake County. “At Legacy, we are  committed to filling essential funding gaps to help people living in Lake County thrive,” said  Anoe.

The April 23 launch event will provide an overview of the Love Where You Live Grant,  including eligibility requirements, funding levels, timelines, and application steps.  Attendees can ask questions and gain insight into what Legacy Foundation is seeking in  competitive proposals. To learn more visit: www.legacyfdn.org.

About Legacy Foundation 

Legacy Foundation is the community foundation for Lake County, Indiana. Our mission is to  transform Lake County by providing strategic leadership and impactful philanthropic  support to ensure equitable opportunity for all communities that we serve. Through the  generosity of a wide base of donors, Legacy Foundation has awarded over $75 million in  grants and scholarships to nonprofit organizations and individuals since its founding in  1992. The foundation manages $140 million in assets and is governed by a volunteer board  of directors representing a diverse spectrum of business, education, and the nonprofit and  public sectors. Learn more at www.legacyfdn.org.