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Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants
Research and publication support for Mennonite history
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants support institutions, academic researchers, individuals, and community organizations in Canada and beyond. The program funds research and publication projects on the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s and their descendants, as well as related history dissemination initiatives.
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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
Timeline
- Open continuously
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 focused on the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s and their descendants.
- Publication of books exploring the experience and history of the 1870s Mennonites and their descendants.
- History dissemination projects such as conferences, exhibits, archives, and websites when relevant to the Foundation mission.
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
1
Check eligibility
- Review the Foundation’s mission and project focus to ensure your proposal is relevant.
- Confirm that your project relates to the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s and their descendants.
- Use the official grant page to understand whether your proposal fits the research or publication streams.
2
Prepare application
- Prepare your application using the online form.
- Gather all required supporting materials before submitting.
- Make sure all documents are ready for online submission by the deadline.
3
Submit application
- Submit the completed online application form.
- Upload all required supporting materials with your application.
- Complete the submission by the deadline of March 15 or September 15.
4
Await decision
- Wait for the Foundation’s Board to review complete applications at the spring or fall meeting.
- Watch for the decision by mail after the Board meeting.
- If successful, complete the project and submit the required final materials.
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
- Successful applications focus on the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s, including their background in Russia, Poland-Prussia and the Netherlands, their history in Manitoba and Western Canada, and the history of their descendants across the Americas.
- The Foundation encourages recipients to consider depositing relevant research materials at the Mennonite Heritage Archives in Winnipeg.
- Applicants should indicate other funding sources and in-kind contributions in the application.
- Grant holders may request an extension if a project is delayed; a grant can be held for three years from the award date.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants Program
What is the Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants support institutions, academic researchers, individuals, and community organizations in Canada and beyond. The program funds research and publication projects on the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s and their descendants, as well as related history dissemination initiatives.
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.
The project must be relevant to the Plett Foundation’s mission.
The project must be feasible and have a deliverable outcome.
What expenses are eligible under Plett Foundation Research and Publication Grants?
Research projects focused on the history of the Dutch-Russian Mennonites who came to Manitoba in the 1870s and their descendants.
Publication of books exploring the experience and history of the 1870s Mennonites and their descendants.
History dissemination projects such as conferences, exhibits, archives, and websites when relevant to the Foundation mission.
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.