Closed
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 31, 2025
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program supports the restoration and beautification of well-loved community spaces in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. It offers up to $25,000 in cash per project for renovation or improvement projects that help local spaces continue serving their communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- 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
- Renovation of existing community gathering spaces.
- Beautification of well-loved local spaces.
- Repairs and upgrades that restore community facilities.
Documents Needed
- Photos, videos, slideshows, or spreadsheets.
- Community stories and supporting information.
- Any material showing the space’s importance to the community.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community spaces located in Manitoba.
- Community spaces located in Saskatchewan.
- Local organizations or groups responsible for a community gathering space.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Social events raising funds for private or individual benefit.
- Individual athletic teams.
- Politically affiliated organizations.
- Religiously affiliated organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the Submittable platform.
- Winners are usually announced toward the end of June.
- All applicants are contacted after the campaign ends, whether selected or not.
- Updates may also be shared on social media during the submission period.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through Submittable.
- A free Submittable account is required to submit.
- Applicants can save a draft and edit it before final submission.
- Submissions are free of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Spruce Up Your Story Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Spruce Up Your Story. 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 Spruce Up Your Story?
This program supports the restoration and beautification of well-loved community spaces in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. It offers up to $25,000 in cash per project for renovation or improvement projects that help local spaces continue serving their communities.
How much funding can be received?
Spruce Up Your Story Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Spruce Up Your Story program?
To be eligible for the Spruce Up Your Story program, you must:
Existing community spaces in Manitoba or Saskatchewan.
Renovation or beautification project.
Space important to the local community.
What expenses are eligible under Spruce Up Your Story?
Renovation of existing community gathering spaces.
Beautification of well-loved local spaces.
Repairs and upgrades that restore community facilities.
Where is the Spruce Up Your Story available?
The Spruce Up Your Story program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Spruce Up Your Story a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Spruce Up Your Story is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Spruce Up Your Story?
Spruce Up Your Story is funded by Red River Mutual