Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The program provides stretch funding of up to $25,000 per organization for eligible heritage trust funds. It supports museums, archives, and supporting organizations creating or growing endowment funds with local Manitoba community foundations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
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
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creating a Heritage Trust Fund with a local Manitoba community foundation.
- Growing an endowment fund for long-term revenue support.
- Fundraising and donor outreach for the Heritage Trust Fund.
Documents Needed
- Completed MHTP application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Museums
- Archives
- Supporting organizations for heritage organizations
- Community foundations in Manitoba
Who is not eligible
- Organizations dedicated to biological or ecological conservation.
- Virtual, online, or purely digital collections.
- National organizations or regional operations not based in Manitoba.
- Art galleries that do not primarily act as museums.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible gifts deposited into a Heritage Trust Fund
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Gifts derived from government sources.
- Capitalization of spending generated from the Heritage Trust Fund.
- Previously endowed gifts.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Only complete applications are considered.
- Additional information may be requested.
- Applicants receive a decision within 10 working days.
Additional information
- Only complete applications are considered.
- Additional information may be requested during review.
- Organizations are notified within 10 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MHTP Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MHTP Funding. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MHTP Funding?
The program provides stretch funding of up to $25,000 per organization for eligible heritage trust funds. It supports museums, archives, and supporting organizations creating or growing endowment funds with local Manitoba community foundations.
Who is eligible for the MHTP Funding program?
To be eligible for the MHTP Funding program, you must:
Manitoba-based heritage organization
Public access and programming
$2,500 initial deposit
What expenses are eligible under MHTP Funding?
Creating a Heritage Trust Fund with a local Manitoba community foundation.
Growing an endowment fund for long-term revenue support.
Fundraising and donor outreach for the Heritage Trust Fund.
Where is the MHTP Funding available?
The MHTP Funding program is available the province of Manitoba.
Who are the financial supporters of the MHTP Funding?
MHTP Funding is funded by Government of Manitoba