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Pinawa Foundation
Supports community-benefit projects in key local sectors
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support to eligible charitable organizations for community-benefit projects in social services, health, arts, education, and the environment. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and projects must be co-funded from other sources.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
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
- All industries
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Social services initiatives that benefit the community
- Health-related community initiatives
- Arts and cultural community projects
- Education-focused community initiatives
- Environmental initiatives benefiting the region
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- CRA-registered charities
- Non-charitable groups applying with a bona fide charitable sponsor
- Organizations that may qualify under a charitable program of the Foundation
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not recognized as charities by the CRA and without a bona fide charitable sponsor or other qualifying arrangement with the Foundation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects seeking 100% funding from the Foundation
Eligible geographic areas
- Pinawa
- Local Government District (LGD)
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the grant review committee after the October 1 annual deadline.
- Funding decisions are normally finalized within three months of the application deadline.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted at any time, with an annual review deadline of October 1.
- Funding focuses on improving quality of life in the region through a permanent, growing pool of funds.
- Normally, funding decisions are finalized within three months of the annual deadline.
- Continuing projects must show how future funding will be secured beyond the initial year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pinawa Foundation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Pinawa Foundation. 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 Pinawa Foundation?
This program provides financial support to eligible charitable organizations for community-benefit projects in social services, health, arts, education, and the environment. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and projects must be co-funded from other sources.
Who is eligible for the Pinawa Foundation program?
To be eligible for the Pinawa Foundation program, you must:
CRA-registered charity (or sponsored)
Community benefit demonstrated
Plan for funding beyond support
What expenses are eligible under Pinawa Foundation?
Social services initiatives that benefit the community
Health-related community initiatives
Arts and cultural community projects
Education-focused community initiatives
Environmental initiatives benefiting the region
Who can I contact for more information about the Pinawa Foundation?
You can contact Pinawa Community Foundation Inc..
Where is the Pinawa Foundation available?
The Pinawa Foundation program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Pinawa Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Pinawa Foundation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Pinawa Foundation?
Pinawa Foundation is funded by Pinawa Community Foundation Inc.
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