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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations

Disaster recovery support for Manitoba applicants

Offered by
Government of Manitoba
Official source: gov.mb.ca

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Funding available
$ 2,400,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Who can apply
Non-profit organizations impacted by a disaster
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Overview

Disaster Financial Assistance supports Manitoba primary residences, farms, businesses, non-profit organizations and municipalities affected by eligible natural disasters and uninsurable damage. It helps with uninsured disaster losses and can cover response, recovery and mitigation work for applicants.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$2,400,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Optimize production processes
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Train or support volunteers
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Renovate or expand facilities
  • Ensure financial sustainability
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Manitoba
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
$ 15,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Emergency and Relief
Target groups
Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
Fee-for-service model
Scope
Provincial

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

DFA application access changed

The DFA page now shows the application deadline as October 8, 2026 and removes the online application link and alternative download or mail options.

See more

The Active DFA Programs page now identifies the 2026 June Heavy Rains program and shows the deadline to apply for DFA as October 8, 2026, with the program announcement dated July 10, 2026. The application link and the instructions to download and print the application, request a mailed copy, or visit a municipal office were removed from the page.

Official source: gov.mb.ca
October 13, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations impacted by a disaster

Who is not eligible

  • Secondary properties such as cottages
  • Applicants for whom insurance coverage for the damage claimed was readily available from an insurance broker or agent
  • Applicants who had a chance to purchase available and adequate overland flood coverage on their renewal and chose not to

Eligible expenses

  • Uninsurable losses for basic and essential needs
  • Work required to restore basic functionality
  • Response, recovery and mitigation costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Insurable damages, whether insurance was purchased or not
  • Expenses for which adequate insurance to cover the expense was available for purchase in the impacted region/community
  • Loss of income, revenue, wages, market share or opportunity

Eligible geographic areas

  • Manitoba

Activities funded

  • Response, recovery and relief activities
  • Restoration of uninsurable infrastructure
  • Mitigation measures

How to apply

  • You have 90 days from the announcement of a DFA program to apply to Manitoba EMO
  • Visit the Active DFA Programs page to review the active programs
  • If you have been impacted by a disaster with an approved DFA program, a link will be available on the Active DFA Programs page to submit your application

Documents Needed

  • A copy of the insurance declaration form
  • The most recent property tax bill for the property to confirm the property value and property ownership of all affected parcels of land and structures
  • The most recent complete tax filing for the non-profit to demonstrate gross revenue does not exceed $15M
  • Photographs of the damage
  • Invoices and proof of payment for event-related repairs (when required.)

Selection criteria

  • DFA may be reduced or denied if the damage existed before the natural disaster.
  • DFA may be reduced or denied if the applicant did not take reasonable action before, during or after the natural disaster to prevent or limit damage.
  • DFA may be reduced or denied if the applicant neglected or showed indifference towards the damage after the natural disaster.

Processing and Agreement

  • Manitoba EMO will conduct a preliminary screening after the application is submitted.
  • If the preliminary screening suggests the applicant may be eligible, an onsite inspection of the land, building and/or other property may be conducted.
  • The applicant agrees to permit any person designated by Manitoba EMO to enter the property, at an agreed time and date, to complete the inspection.
  • Manitoba EMO may request copies of receipts, invoices and other documents regarding eligible expenses and insurance payouts or other compensation; it may also pay DFA in multiple installments, and joint owners or co-tenants will receive cheques in both names unless both parties instruct Manitoba EMO in writing.
  • The applicant must immediately advise Manitoba EMO of any additional compensation received after submitting the application; if ineligible expenses were submitted or compensation was not reported, DFA must be repaid within 30 days and interest will accrue until repaid in full.

Additional information

  • Manitoba EMO reserves the right to apply some discretion in how it determines eligibility
  • The DFA Program guidelines and policies are subject to change from time to time without notice
  • Any assistance provided to the applicant is discretionary and gratuitous

Contacts

dfa@gov.mb.ca
1-888-267-8298

Official sources

Province of Manitoba - Emergency Management Organization

Program guide

Disaster Financial AssistanceDisaster Financial Assistance Regulation (2025)Disaster Financial Assistance Regulation, M.R. 42/2025

Application form

Articles LIST FORMArticles LIST FORMEmergency Management OrganizationForms and PoliciesInsurance Declaration Form - Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations Program

What is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations?

Disaster Financial Assistance supports Manitoba primary residences, farms, businesses, non-profit organizations and municipalities affected by eligible natural disasters and uninsurable damage. It helps with uninsured disaster losses and can cover response, recovery and mitigation work for applicants.

How much funding can be received?

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations Funds up to $2,400,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations program?

To be eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations program, you must: Farm and business claimants must have gross annual revenues up to and not above $15,000,000 per year The applicant must have incurred and paid out-of-pocket expenses for goods and services necessitated by a natural disaster Insurance coverage for the damage claimed must not have been readily available from an insurance broker or agent

What expenses are eligible under Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations?

Uninsurable losses for basic and essential needs Work required to restore basic functionality Response, recovery and mitigation costs

Who can I contact for more information about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations?

You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at dfa@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 1-888-267-8298.

Where is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations available?

The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations program is available the province of Manitoba.

Is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations is a Grant and Funding