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The Thompson Community Foundation
Funding for charitable community projects in Thompson
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 21, 2020
Location
Thompson, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Support for community projects that benefit Thompson, Manitoba. Funding is available for charitable initiatives in areas such as family well-being, education, health services, the arts, the environment, and social programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 21, 2020
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Thompson
- 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
- Community projects that benefit Thompson, Manitoba
- Family well-being and children, youth, and senior programs
- Arts, culture, heritage, education, health, environment, and social programs
- Charitable community activities and facilities
- Health-related improvements for a Thompson health care facility
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Support documents for the application
- Additional pages, if needed, to complete the form
- Two letters of community support for applications from outside Thompson
- Approved partnership agreement, if applying through an intermediary
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Registered charities
- Qualified donees under the Income Tax Act
- Organizations working with an approved charitable partner through an intermediary agreement
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Non-registered non-profit organizations
- Organizations seeking support for direct religious activities
- Organizations seeking support for political activities or advocacy initiatives
Eligible expenses
- Equipment such as furnishings, computers, and special items used for charitable activity
- Planning and feasibility studies
- Renovations or new building construction
- Short-term operating support in special situations
- Pilot or demonstration project costs with evaluation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating expenses of established organizations or programs
- Operating or capital deficits
- Annual fund drives for sustaining support
- Endowment funds
- Specific medical or scientific research, direct religious activities, political activities, advocacy, general conference support, and ongoing school program costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Thompson, Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Project benefit to the Thompson community
- Strength of the organization’s board and management
- Fiscal responsibility and project feasibility
- Clear purpose and defined project period
- Use of matching funds or other support, when applicable
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the grant application form.
- Attach any extra pages needed to complete the form.
- Step 2: Gather support materials
- Prepare the required support documents.
- Include community support letters if applying from outside Thompson.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send 7 copies of the application and support documents by mail to Thompson Community Foundation, P.O. Box 1074, Thompson, MB R8N 1N9.
- Applications may also be dropped off at Community Futures, North Central Development, 2-3 Station Road.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed before funding decisions are made.
- A confirmation letter is issued to successful applicants with the award amount.
- Recipients must meet grant requirements before and after receiving funds.
- A final report and proof of expenses are required after the project is completed.
Additional information
- Applicants from outside Thompson may apply only if the project benefits the Thompson community.
- Projects may require a meeting with Thompson Community Foundation directors or staff.
- Successful applicants must provide a final report and public acknowledgement of the grant.
- Some applicants may apply through an approved intermediary agreement with a charitable partner.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Thompson Community Foundation Program
What is the The Thompson Community Foundation?
Support for community projects that benefit Thompson, Manitoba. Funding is available for charitable initiatives in areas such as family well-being, education, health services, the arts, the environment, and social programs.
Who is eligible for the The Thompson Community Foundation program?
To be eligible for the The Thompson Community Foundation program, you must:
Project benefits Thompson
Registered charity or qualified donee
Clear project purpose and timeframe
What expenses are eligible under The Thompson Community Foundation?
Community projects that benefit Thompson, Manitoba
Family well-being and children, youth, and senior programs
Arts, culture, heritage, education, health, environment, and social programs
Charitable community activities and facilities
Health-related improvements for a Thompson health care facility
Who can I contact for more information about the The Thompson Community Foundation?
You can contact Our Foundation Thompson.
Where is the The Thompson Community Foundation available?
The The Thompson Community Foundation program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the The Thompson Community Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Thompson Community Foundation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the The Thompson Community Foundation?
The Thompson Community Foundation is funded by Our Foundation Thompson