Projects and Grants
The LCF is a new association, which was officially introduced at a local Announcement Event on Nov. 28, 2022. Active Current Projects will be added when approved, which will stay in this section when completed as Past Projects.
GRANTS
$1,500 IN 2025
One of the highlights of the LCF 5th Annual General Meeting that was held at LA Town Grille on Nov. 26th, was the announcement of 3 Grant recipients for 2025.
Representatives from the LaSalle chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, LaSalle Hangout for Youth, and the LaSalle Food Bank were recognized for their work in the community, and each was awarded a $500 Grant.
From left to right: William Chauvin, Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVDP); Rick Boughner, SSVDP; Tracey Nehmetaliah, LaSalle Hangout for Youth; Nancy Skinner, LaSalle Food Bank; Vince Marcotte, LCF President; Anita and Enzo Asian, SSVDP; Greg Mosey, LCF Treasurer; Lisa Kolody, WECF.
The recipients all shared moving stories about the impact of LCF support, reinforcing the fund’s vital role in the community. Please click the button below to DONATE… your generosity will ensure the LCF can continue, and expand Grants to local LaSalle Groups into the future.
NOTE: You will immediately receive a Tax Receipt by email, after Submitting your donation of $25 or more.
NEW & ONGOING PROJECTS
LCF SCHOLARSHIP Fund – Established in 2024
In 2024, the LaSalle Community Fund (LCF) established a dedicated LaSalle Community Scholarship Fund for students from LaSalle who are graduating from Sandwich Secondary School, St Thomas of Villanova Secondary School, or any other high school in Windsor-Essex County, and are pursuing post-secondary education at a Canadian institution. To make this fund an ongoing and growing reality, we are always seeking donations.
Three students from our two LaSalle High Schools were selected for 2025 and awarded three scholarships of $500 each. Not only does this provide meaningful financial support to LaSalle students and their families, but it also helps promote our local high schools, boosting enrollment and supporting jobs in our community.
From left to right: Celeste Deschamps from Villanova, with Melisse Reaume from the LCF, Aaron Bondy-Hotchkiss from Sandwich, with Don Harris from the LCF, Alec Miuccio from Villanova, with Melisse Reaume from the LCF
Making a tax-deductible donation now, is a wonderful way to invest in the future of LaSalle. As with our previous projects, all contributions will be held and managed by the WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF). Importantly, 100% of donations to the LaSalle Community Scholarship Fund will support LaSalle students only.
To donate to the LCF Scholarship Project, simply click the DONATE NOW button below. You’ll be redirected to the WindsorEssex Community Foundation donation page hosted by CanadaHelps.org. Please ensure you select “LCF Scholarship Fund” from the drop-down menu.
NOTE: You will immediately receive a Tax Receipt by email, after Submitting your donation of $25 or more.
You can also donate by Cheque or Electronic Transfer. Please call the WindsorEssex Community Foundation at (519-255-6572), and the Foundation staff will be happy to assist you.
Past Projects
ENTRANCE GARDEN at LaSalle Event Centre – 2023
A beautiful entrance garden featuring native plants, shrubs, and trees will welcome visitors to the new ‘LaSalle Landing’ Event Centre located at 970 Front Road in LaSalle. The garden will invite residents and visitors to take some time to connect with our natural environment.
The Entrance Garden Project was initiated by the WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF) who ‘in commemoration of their 40th Anniversary’ offered to donate $15,000 to the Town of LaSalle to be used to enhance the current major LaSalle endeavor along the Detroit River WaterFront. They were looking for matching funds, and the new LaSalle Community Fund (LCF) has partnered with the LaSalle Horticultural Society in a Fundraiser to provide the additional $15,000.
GROUND BREAKING – NOV. 8, 2023
Thank You for your incredible support! We are thrilled to announce that, with your support, we have successfully raised the additional $15,000 required, bringing the grand total to $30,000, which includes the additional $15,000 generously provided by the Windsor Essex Community Foundation (WECF).
THIS FUNDRAISER IS COMPLETED!
You can donate online for future Projects, by clicking on the DONATE NOW button below. You will be immediately redirected to the WindsorEssex Community Foundation CanadaHelps.org donation form. Simply fill out the form, making sure it displays the “LaSalle Community Fund” on the drop-down.
NOTE: You will immediately receive a Tax Receipt by email, after Submitting your donation of $25 or more.
You can also donate by Cheque or Electronic Transfer. Please call the WindsorEssex Community Foundation at (519-255-6572), and the Foundation staff will be happy to assist you.
