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Prix du bénévolat muséal
Recognition for museum volunteer service
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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Individuals or groups may be nominated for the Museum Volunteer Award.
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Overview
The Museum Volunteer Award recognizes individuals or groups who volunteer their time and commitment to a public, non-profit museum or related heritage or cultural institution. It highlights volunteer service such as work on a volunteer committee, service on a board of trustees, or other significant contributions made in a volunteer capacity.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
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
- Culture and Arts
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Volunteer work or activities for a public, non-profit museum or related heritage or cultural institution
- Service as a member of a volunteer committee or a board of trustees
- Other significant volunteer contributions
Documents Needed
- Nomination statement from the institution
- Letter(s) of support
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals or groups may be nominated for the Museum Volunteer Award.
- Groups are only eligible for the Museum Volunteer Award.
Who is not eligible
- People whose volunteer work was paid
- People whose services were part of their regular business or professional duties
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Volunteer work that was paid
- Services performed as part of regular business or professional duties
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Value: important service to the museum and the community.
- Innovation: new programs or activities and new methods to solve problems.
- Achievement: desired results.
- Impact: positive changes and examples for other groups.
- Dedication: ongoing enthusiasm and commitment to volunteerism and to the cultural and heritage field.
How to apply
- Submit the nomination through the dedicated online form.
- Prepare your responses in advance.
- Submit supporting documentation via Tresorit.
Processing and Agreement
- Supporting files that are not named correctly may not be reviewed by the jury.
Additional information
- This award is a collaboration between the CMA and the Canadian Federation of Friends of Museums (CFFM).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Prix du bénévolat muséal Program
What is the Prix du bénévolat muséal?
The Museum Volunteer Award recognizes individuals or groups who volunteer their time and commitment to a public, non-profit museum or related heritage or cultural institution. It highlights volunteer service such as work on a volunteer committee, service on a board of trustees, or other significant contributions made in a volunteer capacity.
Who is eligible for the Prix du bénévolat muséal program?
To be eligible for the Prix du bénévolat muséal program, you must:
The nominee must be an individual or a group, and groups are only eligible for the Museum Volunteer Award.
The nominee must have contributed as a volunteer to a public, non-profit museum or related heritage or cultural institution.
The nominee must not have been paid for the volunteer work or performed it as part of regular business or professional duties, and the nomination must be supported by a member of CMA or CFFM.
What expenses are eligible under Prix du bénévolat muséal?
Volunteer work or activities for a public, non-profit museum or related heritage or cultural institution
Service as a member of a volunteer committee or a board of trustees
Other significant volunteer contributions
Who can I contact for more information about the Prix du bénévolat muséal?
You can contact Canadian Museums Association (CMA).
Where is the Prix du bénévolat muséal available?
The Prix du bénévolat muséal program is available across Canada.
Is the Prix du bénévolat muséal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Prix du bénévolat muséal is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Prix du bénévolat muséal?
Prix du bénévolat muséal is funded by Canadian Museums Association (CMA)