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MAC — Competitions
Support for arts and culture prize competitions
Funding available
$ 7,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
MAC Competitions provides up to $7,500 to support arts and culture organizations that award impactful prizes to exceptional recipients. Eligible funding can cover prize money and a limited portion of administrative costs, with applications assessed by an external peer panel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Competitive selection of exceptional arts and culture prize winners.
- Organization and delivery of competitions or prize events.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Brief history of the organization or arts group
- Artistic resume or CV for applicants and key members, where applicable
- Budget form
- Support material
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Professional not-for-profit arts organizations
- Professional arts service organizations
- Community not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Prize money for winners aged 18 or over.
- Administrative costs, up to 10% of the grant.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Clear artistic, thematic, and conceptual vision.
- Artistic value of the proposed project.
- Attention to cultural integrity.
- Fair and transparent decision-making process.
- Research, planning, and ability to complete the project.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a profile in Manipogo
- Register your profile in the online application system.
- Do this at least 5 to 10 business days before applying.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the required sections of the application form.
- Gather the required supporting material and budget information.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit online through Manipogo.
- If using the offline form, send the completed application and support material by mail, email, or in person on the deadline date.
- Step 4: Await results
- MAC will review the application and notify applicants of the decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated by an external peer assessment panel.
- Results are notified within three months after the deadline.
- Eligibility must be approved by MAC staff before the application is considered.
- An application may require translation for jury or panel review if submitted in French.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an external peer assessment panel.
- Applicants must create a profile in Manipogo before applying.
- Applications may be submitted in English or French.
- Offline applications are available for applicants with limited internet access or accessibility needs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MAC — Competitions Program
What is the MAC — Competitions?
MAC Competitions provides up to $7,500 to support arts and culture organizations that award impactful prizes to exceptional recipients. Eligible funding can cover prize money and a limited portion of administrative costs, with applications assessed by an external peer panel.
How much funding can be received?
MAC — Competitions Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the MAC — Competitions program?
To be eligible for the MAC — Competitions program, you must:
Based in Manitoba.
Arts or cultural organization.
Active for at least one year, if applicable.
What expenses are eligible under MAC — Competitions?
Competitive selection of exceptional arts and culture prize winners.
Organization and delivery of competitions or prize events.
Who can I contact for more information about the MAC — Competitions?
You can contact Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) by email at helpdesk@artscouncil.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-2237.
Where is the MAC — Competitions available?
The MAC — Competitions program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the MAC — Competitions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MAC — Competitions is a Grant and Funding