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Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize
Support for aspiring arts managers in Manitoba
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize page now shows a 2026 call for applications, a June 5, 2026 deadline at 6 pm CT, and updated application instructions and contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize page now shows a 2026 call for applications, a June 5, 2026 deadline at 6 pm CT, and updated application instructions and contact details.
Cherry Prize application details updated
The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize page now includes a 2026 call for applications PDF and updated instructions to assemble all materials into a single PDF, email the package to katie@pte.mb.ca, and use the subject line Cherry Prize 25.26 Application – [your full name]. The page also now shows the application deadline as Friday, June 5, 2026 at 6 pm CT, with recipient announcement timing listed for mid-to-late June 2026. The recipient reporting requirement is now stated in the current overview again as a report due one year after the announcement date, and the page now adds eligibility detail that Prairie Theatre Exchange staff members are not eligible to apply. The support reference to True North Real Estate Development is no longer shown in the visible page text.
Funding available
$ 2,500
Deadline
June 5, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize is an annual award for early-career or aspiring Manitoban arts managers, offering $2,500 to support career development in the arts. The recipient also receives recognition from Prairie Theatre Exchange leadership and must submit a report one year after the announcement date.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Application letter, maximum 750 words, introducing yourself, describing where you are headed in arts management, and explaining how the prize money will help you work toward those goals.
- CV
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals who are early-career or aspiring arts managers.
- Current permanent residents of Manitoba.
Who is not eligible
- Prairie Theatre Exchange staff members, including part-time, full-time, and seasonal staff, are not eligible to apply.
How to apply
- Assemble all materials into a single PDF document.
- Email the application package to katie@pte.mb.ca.
- Use the subject line: Cherry Prize 25.26 Application – [your full name].
Processing and Agreement
- The recipient will be announced in mid-to-late June 2026.
- The recipient must submit a report one year after the announcement date.
- Full report requirements will be shared with the recipient.
Additional information
- The award is named after PTE’s former General Manager, Cherry Karpyshin, who led the company for more than 30 years.
- The award is generously supported in part by True North Real Estate Development.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize Program
What is the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize?
The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize is an annual award for early-career or aspiring Manitoban arts managers, offering $2,500 to support career development in the arts. The recipient also receives recognition from Prairie Theatre Exchange leadership and must submit a report one year after the announcement date.
How much funding can be received?
Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize program?
To be eligible for the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize program, you must:
Early-career or aspiring arts managers
Current permanent residents of Manitoba
Able to attend at least two in-person events or activities in Winnipeg, or participate virtually with a stable internet connection
Who can I contact for more information about the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize?
You can contact Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE) by email at katie@pte.mb.ca.
Where is the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize available?
The Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize?
Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize is funded by Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE)