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Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants
Community funding for local quality-of-life projects
Last Update: June 25, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Minitonas-Bowsman, Mountain, Swan River, Swan Valley West, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc. supports annual community grants for charities, not-for-profit, and non-profit groups in Swan Valley West, Minitonas-Bowsman, Mountain, and Swan River. Funding supports projects that improve quality of life and address significant community needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Minitonas-Bowsman, Mountain, Swan River, Swan Valley West
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Grant Application form
- Required information listed in the application
- Budget Template
- Signature Form
- Current financial statement and two quotes, if requesting more than $10,000
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations registered with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
- Structured non-profit or not-for-profit groups or organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Political organizations
- Direct religious activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Endowments
- Fundraising events
- Retroactive expenses/debt retirement
- Individuals
- Replacement of public sector funds (core government activity)
Eligible geographic areas
- Municipalities of Swan Valley West, Minitonas-Bowsman and Mountain and the Town of Swan River as well as communities within their boundaries
Selection criteria
- Innovative, well planned and managed projects
- Projects that build on the strengths of the community to respond to identified issues and priorities
- Projects that demonstrate responsible financial and legal accountability
- Projects that are timely, realistic, and within the capacity of the organization to carry out
- Projects that do not duplicate existing services, unless the overlap is warranted
How to apply
- Read the Grant Application form and Guidelines available on the forms page.
- Submit the grant application online using Google Forms.
- If needed, create a Google account using any existing email address.
- Read the grant policy and guidelines before starting the online application.
Processing and Agreement
- All qualified applications are reviewed based on merit in relation to the grant criteria and available funds.
- CFSV may conduct interviews of representatives of the applicant, if necessary.
- CFSV may set terms and conditions on any grants awarded.
- Successful organizations must attend a granting ceremony to complete the initial phase of the grant process.
- Grant recipients must evaluate their projects and submit a Progress Report and a Final Report.
- The grant is not considered complete until the final report is received.
Additional information
- Intakes are held in February and October annually.
- Applications are submitted online using Google Forms.
- Applicants must have a Google account; a Gmail address is not required.
- Two official signatures are required from the organization to apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants Program
What is the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants?
The Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc. supports annual community grants for charities, not-for-profit, and non-profit groups in Swan Valley West, Minitonas-Bowsman, Mountain, and Swan River. Funding supports projects that improve quality of life and address significant community needs.
Who is eligible for the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a charity, a structured non-profit group, or a non-profit organization registered with CRA.
The project must be located in or directly benefit the citizens of Swan Valley West, Minitonas-Bowsman, Mountain, or Swan River.
Applicants must contribute toward the project.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants?
You can contact Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc. (CFSV) by email at cfswanvalley@gmail.com or by phone at 204-734-9129.
Where is the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants available?
The Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants?
Community Foundation of Swan Valley Grants is funded by Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc. (CFSV)