Through our Community Grants program, The Winnipeg Foundation provides grants for a wide range of projects. There is a single application process for all request types, which can include but is not limited to:
Capital and renovations - grants that provide capital for new buildings, or funds to renovate existing facilities
Conferences and events – includes conferences, or events such as performances, festivals, anniversary celebrations or special exhibitions
Equipment and infrastructure - includes items such as computers, furnishings, websites, brochures and other print materials, equipment, etc.
Program operating - grants that cover the operating costs of a specific program (typically a pilot program or demonstration project); can include staffing and other program costs
Reports and planning - includes strategic plans, fundraising strategies, evaluations, business plans, etc.
Capital campaigns - grants to support an organization's capital campaign
Note: Grant requests $100,000 and greater are accepted once per year, on December 30 for decision in June.
Short term operating support – under special circumstances, the Foundation will consider grant requests for bridge funding; to discuss your organization's circumstances, please contact the Director of Community Grants at 944.9474 or
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The Board of Directors of The Winnipeg Foundation has mandated a grantmaking strategy that supports organizations in developing their internal capacity to achieve strong governance, stable infrastructures, clear strategic direction, and financial stability. For more information on organizational development and capacity building grants,
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Organizational development and capacity building grants fall into several categories:
Technical Assistance – The Foundation supports initiatives that help the board and staff of an organization to better lead, manage and direct their organization. This can include projects such as board development; strategic planning (business plans, fund development strategies, marketing plans, etc.); and evaluations. The key factor in this type of project is that board and/or staff members are actively involved in the process.
Implementation – The Foundation assists organizations to implement strategies and plans for building or strengthening their internal capacity. This can include projects such as supporting management development, especially through internships; increasing human resources through transition phases; and interim or short-term operating funding.
Endowment Building - The Foundation encourages and promotes the building of agency endowment funds for organizations as a key to organizational sustainability. For more information about establishing an endowment fund, and our matching programs, visit our
Agency Endowment Fund page.
Organizations wishing to apply for support for organizational development and capacity building can apply through the Community Grants application process. To discuss the details of your project, please contact a member of our Community Grants staff at 944.9474 or
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Limited funds are available for professional development activities that enhance the skills of staff, board, and/or volunteers of charitable organizations. For more information about funding for professional development activities,
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Grants for professional development activities range from $250 to $1,000, and can include registration fees, travel, accommodation, and general expenses to attend conferences, as well as course fees for workshops or other professional development activities.
Requests are accepted on a continuous basis, and a formal application is not required. To apply for professional development funding, submit a letter that includes a brief description of the conference or workshop, how the professional development activity will strengthen your organization, and a budget. Letters can be directed to:
Director of Community Grants
The Winnipeg Foundation
1350 One Lombard Place
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3
