A woman in golden hour light, hopeful and grounded
A KULTUREcity Foundation Initiative

LEOLadies Exceeding Odds

A community gathering for single mothers, survivors, entrepreneurs, and the people who believe in rebuilding life with dignity.

01 — What LEO Is Becoming

Not starting over.
Starting from strength.

LEO is a flagship program by KULTUREcity Foundation supporting single mothers and survivors of domestic violence as they rebuild confidence and independence through home-based entrepreneurship and community.

Hands preparing handmade beauty and self-care products
Community gathering at a park table
02 — The Event

A day to see what's possible.

A free, family-friendly summer day bringing LEO participants, survivors, partners, and community together in one shared space.

01

Business Showcase

Tables for survivor-led micro-enterprises to meet their first major customers.

02

Wellness & Care

Restorative stations led by trauma-informed practitioners in a quiet, safe space.

03

Beauty & Self-Care

Partner brand activations offering direct product support and complimentary services.

04

Food & Refreshments

A shared table featuring dishes from local immigrant-led caterers.

05

Kids' Activities

A joyful, supervised zone so mothers can be fully present at the event.

06

Connection Space

Facilitated meetings between survivors, mentors, and community leaders.

03 — Partnership

Help shape what LEO becomes.

We're inviting beauty, self-care, and community-minded partners to support the event through funding, product, presence, or amplification.

01

Funding

Direct contributions toward the $6,150 working event budget.

02

Product Donations

Beauty, self-care, and wellness items for participant gift bags.

03

Volunteer Support

Hands-on presence for setup, hospitality, and the day-of experience.

04

Supplies & AV

Sound systems, microphones, tables, tents, and equipment loans.

05

Marketing Amplification

Sharing the event through your channels and community networks.

06

On-site Presence

Partner activations, branded moments, and co-visibility at the event.

04 — Transparent Impact

Working Event Budget

$5,700 CAD

Park permit
$300
Tents, tables, chairs
$900
Sound system / mic
$400
Signage and printed materials
$350
Food and refreshments
$1,800
Kids' activity zone
$400
First aid / safety
$400
Volunteer supplies
$250
Marketing and promotion
$350
Contingency
$550
Estimated Total
$5,700
05 — Be Part of It

Help us bring LEO to life.

Witness LEO's impact firsthand — and help shape what it grows into.

Become a Partner
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Chloe Coko

Founder & Executive Director

KULTUREcity Foundation