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Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants
Research and publication support for Mennonite history
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Plett Foundation grants support institutions, academic researchers, individuals, and community organizations for research and publication projects tied to the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s. Eligible work includes travel and accommodation, archival and research fees, and book design, layout, and printing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects relevant to the Plett Foundation’s mission.
- Publication of books that explore the experience and history of the 1870s Mennonites and their descendants.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Institutions
- Academic researchers
- Individuals
- Community organizations
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs
- Accommodation costs
- Archival and research fees
- Design, layout, and printing costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Equipment purchases
- Salaries or wages
- Translation costs
- Preservation or restoration of artifacts
- Preservation or restoration of historical buildings
Selection criteria
- Relevance to the Plett Foundation mission
- Feasibility of the project
- Deliverable outcome of the project
How to apply
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit all required supporting materials online with the application form by the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are reviewed by the Plett Foundation Board at spring and fall Board meetings.
- Applicants are notified by mail after the Board meeting.
- Successful applicants must present a copy of their completed projects to the Plett Foundation.
- Recipients must acknowledge Plett Foundation support in publications or promotional materials related to the project.
Additional information
- The Plett Foundation encourages grant recipients to consider depositing relevant research materials from their projects at the Mennonite Heritage Archives in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants Program
What is the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
Plett Foundation grants support institutions, academic researchers, individuals, and community organizations for research and publication projects tied to the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s. Eligible work includes travel and accommodation, archival and research fees, and book design, layout, and printing.
Who is eligible for the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants program?
To be eligible for the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants program, you must:
Applicants must be institutions, academic researchers, individuals, or community organizations.
Projects must focus on some aspect of the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s.
What expenses are eligible under Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
Research projects relevant to the Plett Foundation’s mission.
Publication of books that explore the experience and history of the 1870s Mennonites and their descendants.
Who can I contact for more information about the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
You can contact D.F. Plett Historical Research Foundation Inc..
Where is the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants available?
The Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants is funded by D.F. Plett Historical Research Foundation Inc.