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Rise Above Bursaries
Financial support for full-time student parents
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Rise Above Bursaries provides support for students in financial need attending post-secondary studies in Winnipeg. The bursary supports full-time student applicants and includes an application review, interview stage, and proof of enrollment before payment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Winnipeg
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Income and expenses sheet
- Proof of enrollment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students attending or applying to an accredited post-secondary institution in Winnipeg.
- Full-time students.
- Student parents with sole or primary custody of their child(ren).
- Applicants residing in Manitoba.
Eligible geographic areas
- Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Manitoba, Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- The board short-lists five applicants for video interviews.
- Selected applicants are notified of the decision.
- Proof of enrollment is required before bursary payment.
Additional information
- Applicants must complete an income and expenses sheet.
- Short-listed applicants are invited to a video interview.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of enrollment.
- There are separate application cycles for September and January bursaries.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rise Above Bursaries Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rise Above Bursaries. 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 Rise Above Bursaries?
Rise Above Bursaries provides support for students in financial need attending post-secondary studies in Winnipeg. The bursary supports full-time student applicants and includes an application review, interview stage, and proof of enrollment before payment.
Who is eligible for the Rise Above Bursaries program?
To be eligible for the Rise Above Bursaries program, you must:
Attend or apply to an accredited post-secondary institution in Winnipeg.
Reside in Manitoba.
Have sole or primary custody of child(ren).
Who can I contact for more information about the Rise Above Bursaries?
You can contact Rise Above Bursaries for Single Parents Inc. by email at info@riseabovebursaries.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Rise Above Bursaries available?
The Rise Above Bursaries program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Rise Above Bursaries a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rise Above Bursaries is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Rise Above Bursaries?
Rise Above Bursaries is funded by Rise Above Bursaries for Single Parents Inc.