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The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake
Funding for community projects in Winnipeg
Latest source updateLast Update: September 28, 2026Latest change: The Community Grants page now lists Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 application windows, and it separates registered charities from qualified CRA donees in the applicant rules.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 28, 2026
Latest change: The Community Grants page now lists Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 application windows, and it separates registered charities from qualified CRA donees in the applicant rules.
Community Grants dates and applicant rules updated
The Community Grants page now shows the Fall 2026 application window as October 2 to October 30, with a noon deadline on the last day, and the Spring 2027 window as February 19 to March 19, also with a noon deadline on the last day. The applicant section now lists Canada Revenue Agency registered charities and qualified CRA donees as separate categories.
Funding available
$ 100,000
Deadline
October 30, 2026
Opened October 2, 2026
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Community Grants provide up to $100,000 for community projects with a defined purpose and timeframe. They support a wide range of activities, including capital and renovations, events, equipment, operating support, planning, and collaborations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Winnipeg
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Community projects with a defined purpose and timeframe
- Capital and renovation projects
- Conferences and events
- Equipment and infrastructure projects
- Program operations and short-term operating support
Documents Needed
- Current list of Board of Directors
- Most recent audited financial statements
- Approved operating budget for the current fiscal year
- Quotes for renovations or equipment, if applicable
- Signed letter of agreement for collaboration projects
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities or other qualified donees
- Collaborations between two or more registered charities, or between a registered charity and a non-profit organization
- Organizations who have not received a Community Grant this calendar year, unless collaborating with a non-profit or other charity
- Past grantee recipients of a Community Grant who completed their project and have submitted a final report for their previous grant
- Organizations also applying for another Winnipeg Foundation grant, if this request is for a different project
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Governments
- For-profit businesses as collaborative partners
- Organizations with exclusively religious activities or proselytizing
Eligible expenses
- Capital and renovation costs
- Equipment and infrastructure purchases
- Program operating costs
- Reports and organizational planning costs
- Short-term operating support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the grant decision
- Annual fundraising campaigns, events, or fundraising positions
- Paying down mortgages or reducing deficits
- Political activities
- Exclusively religious activities or proselytizing
- Other grantmaking or scholarship/award programs
Eligible geographic areas
- Winnipeg, Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Application merit.
- Collaborative projects must show a common goal and clear partner roles.
How to apply
- Apply online through The Winnipeg Foundation’s website, wpgfdn.org.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on merit.
- Grant decisions are made by The Winnipeg Foundation.
- Applicants are notified in the intake’s decision month.
- Approved projects must be completed and reported on before a new application is submitted.
Additional information
- Applications open about four weeks before the due date.
- All applications are due at noon CST.
- Only one Community Grant per calendar year is normally allowed.
- A second application may be considered for a declined application or a collaboration.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake Program
What is the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake?
Community Grants provide up to $100,000 for community projects with a defined purpose and timeframe. They support a wide range of activities, including capital and renovations, events, equipment, operating support, planning, and collaborations.
How much funding can be received?
The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 30, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake program?
To be eligible for the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake program, you must:
Registered charity or qualified donee
Benefits people in Winnipeg
Human Rights Code compliant
What expenses are eligible under The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake?
Community projects with a defined purpose and timeframe
Capital and renovation projects
Conferences and events
Equipment and infrastructure projects
Program operations and short-term operating support
Who can I contact for more information about the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake?
You can contact The Winnipeg Foundation by email at grants@wpgfdn.org.
Where is the The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake available?
The The Winnipeg Foundation Community Grants - Fall 2026 Intake program is available the province of Manitoba.