The Canton Day Care Center and GardenShare in Canton were among eight tri-county organizations to receive a LEAD Impact Grant.

 The Canton Day Care Center was awarded a $1,500 LEAD Impact Grant to establish a science center for its school-aged program that serves students from age 5 through 12. Grant funding will help purchase a variety of STEM-related equipment and supplies for the program. The Brookmar Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation will also award a $1,500 matching grant for the program, which will allow the center to secure all materials needed for the program.

GardenShare, Canton, was awarded a $1,000 LEAD Impact Grant to strengthen resources and support additional consumers. The organization promotes a local food system that ensures food security for St. Lawrence County residents. Its “Bonus Bucks” program supports vulnerable families across the county and provides them with access to fresh and healthy local foods. Last year, the program supported close to 100 families, seniors, and youths. The Brookmar Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation will also award a $1,000 matching grant to GardenShare, which will assist the effort.