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Proposal Development Funding program
Funding for affordable housing proposal development
Funding available
$ 75,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Manitoba Housing offers interest-free loans of up to $75,000 to support proposal development for affordable housing projects. The program covers eligible planning and pre-development activities such as business planning, drawings, surveys, market analysis, and other approved expenses.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Funds Providers
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
- Housing
Target groups
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of affordable housing project proposals
- Proposal planning, design, and market analysis work
- Pre-development studies and feasibility work for housing projects
Documents Needed
- Completed Appendix A application form
- Preliminary project proposal
- Articles of incorporation and any amendments
- Current board of directors list
- Letters of commitment or support, where applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private non-profit corporations
- Non-profit co-operative housing associations
Who is not eligible
- Consultants
- Developers
- Municipal governments
- Other public agencies
- Projects on designated First Nation communities
Eligible expenses
- Land surveys, soil tests, and environmental site assessments
- Project drawings and specifications, cost estimating, and business planning
- Market analysis, marketing, and geothermal feasibility studies
- GST and other Manitoba Housing-approved proposal development expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work done before the PDF loan commitment, including the application itself
- Work performed directly by the applicant or its employees
- Construction costs and site preparation
- Land purchase and operating expenses
- Expenses unrelated to proposal development
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Applicant capacity
- Project concept
- Project delivery plan
- Market analysis
- Site details
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program requirements
- Read the program information, guidelines, and submission requirements.
- Contact Manitoba Housing if clarification is needed.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out Appendix A in as much detail as possible.
- Prepare the preliminary project proposal and supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Mail, deliver, or e-mail the completed application and supporting documents to Manitoba Housing.
- Submit before the stated deadline.
- Step 4: Await confirmation and review
- All applications are acknowledged after submission.
- Only complete applications are considered further.
Processing and Agreement
- Only complete applications are considered.
- Applications are reviewed against program criteria and ranked by score.
- Funding is awarded based on ranking and available funds.
- Selected applicants are contacted to discuss program details and procedures.
- A loan agreement must be signed before funding is advanced.
Additional information
- Applications had to include the Appendix A application form and a preliminary project proposal.
- All applications were acknowledged after submission.
- Applicants could be asked to provide additional information or conditions before approval.
- Selected applicants had to enter into a loan agreement with Manitoba Housing.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Proposal Development Funding program Program
What is the Proposal Development Funding program?
Manitoba Housing offers interest-free loans of up to $75,000 to support proposal development for affordable housing projects. The program covers eligible planning and pre-development activities such as business planning, drawings, surveys, market analysis, and other approved expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Proposal Development Funding program Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Proposal Development Funding program program?
To be eligible for the Proposal Development Funding program program, you must:
Private non-profit or co-op housing group
Affordable housing in Manitoba
Targets vulnerable low-to-moderate income groups
What expenses are eligible under Proposal Development Funding program?
Development of affordable housing project proposals
Proposal planning, design, and market analysis work
Pre-development studies and feasibility work for housing projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Proposal Development Funding program?
You can contact Manitoba Housing (MHRC) by email at housingprograms@gov.mb.ca.
Where is the Proposal Development Funding program available?
The Proposal Development Funding program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Proposal Development Funding program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Proposal Development Funding program is a Expert Advice