The Leighton Award for Nonprofit Excellence is intended to celebrate, reward and encourage achievement in the charitable sector. Each year, this $100,000 endowment challenge grant will be awarded competitively to a St. Joseph County nonprofit demonstrating superior leadership, management, and programming.

Intent to Apply: No later than June 1 of each year.

Candidates interested in applying should send a brief email stating the organization’s name and intent to apply to , Vice President, Program.

Application Deadline: July 1 of each year

Application:

Download the Leighton Award for Nonprofit Excellence Guidelines (PDF)

Please contact , Vice President, Program for additional information.