Apply for Dauphin and District Community Foundation Grants (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026

The Dauphin & District Community Foundation provides grant support to registered charities and qualified donees for community projects benefiting the City and Rural Municipality of Dauphin. Supported projects should respond to clear community needs and demonstrate thoughtful planning, accessibility, inclusivity, diversity, social justice, and meaningful volunteer or citizen involvement. The foundation’s funding is made possible through the generosity of donors who invest in the future of the Dauphin community by supporting a wide range of local initiatives.

About the Dauphin & District Community Foundation

The Dauphin & District Community Foundation supports projects that contribute to the well-being and future of the City and Rural Municipality of Dauphin. Through donor-supported funding, the foundation invests in community initiatives that address local needs and create positive benefits for residents. The programme welcomes applications for eligible projects that demonstrate a clear purpose, strong planning and meaningful community impact. What Types of Projects Are Prioritized? Preference is given to projects that demonstrate a strong connection to community needs and involve the people who will benefit from the initiative.

Priority considerations include:

- A well-planned approach. - A clearly identified community need. - Accessibility for community members. - Inclusive participation. - Diversity. - Social justice. - Volunteer involvement. - Citizen participation. - Positive benefits for the Dauphin community. Applicants should clearly explain how their proposed project responds to a local need and how the community will benefit. Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include:

- CRA-registered charities. - Qualified donees. - Organizations partnering with eligible charities or qualified donees. Organizations that are not themselves eligible may therefore participate through an appropriate partnership with a registered charity or qualified donee. Where Must Projects Take Place? All funded projects must be delivered within: - The City of Dauphin, or - The Rural Municipality of Dauphin. Projects outside these geographic areas are not eligible for support. Applicants should clearly demonstrate the local connection and explain how the proposed activities will benefit people in Dauphin or the RM of Dauphin. Who Is Not Eligible? The foundation does not provide grants to: - For-profit businesses. - Individuals. Projects that have already been undertaken before the Grant Committee’s decision are also not eligible for funding. Applicants should therefore avoid beginning the proposed project before receiving the committee’s funding decision. What Makes a Strong Application? A strong application should demonstrate that the proposed project is both needed and achievable.

Applicants should clearly explain:

- The community need being addressed. - The project’s objectives. - How the project will benefit local residents. - How accessibility and inclusion will be considered. - How diversity and social justice are reflected in the project where relevant. - How volunteers or citizens will participate. - How the project will be delivered. - What the funding will support. - The expected community impact. A well-developed proposal can help the Grant Committee understand why the project is important and how the funding will contribute to its success. Required Application Documents Applications must include the information and documents needed to demonstrate the project’s feasibility and financial requirements.

Applicants should provide:

- A completed application. - A project budget or itemized quotes. - Recent financial statements. The budget should clearly show the anticipated costs associated with the proposed project. Where applicable, itemized quotes can help demonstrate the basis for proposed expenditures. How to Apply Applications can be submitted through three methods: - By email. - In person. - Through the online application form. Applicants should complete the application carefully and include all required supporting documentation. Before submission, organizations should verify that their application includes the completed form, budget or itemized quotes and recent financial statements. Requirements for Successful Applicants Organizations that receive funding must comply with several post-award requirements.

Successful applicants are required to:

- Sign a grant agreement. - Provide paid invoices. - Publicly acknowledge the foundation’s support. - Submit a high-resolution photo of the completed project. - Submit an impact statement. The photo and impact statement must be submitted within 90 days of project completion. Grant Agreement Successful applicants must sign a grant agreement with the foundation. The agreement establishes the requirements associated with receiving and using the grant and should be reviewed carefully by the successful organization. Financial Reporting and Paid Invoices Successful applicants must provide paid invoices as part of the grant requirements. Organizations should therefore maintain appropriate records of project-related expenditures and retain documentation demonstrating how grant funds were used. Acknowledging Foundation Support Grant recipients are required to publicly acknowledge the Dauphin & District Community Foundation’s support. Applicants and successful organizations should consider how this acknowledgement will be incorporated into their project’s public communications and promotional activities. Impact Statement and Project Photo Following completion of the project, successful applicants must provide: - A high-resolution photo. - An impact statement. These materials must be submitted within 90 days of project completion. The impact statement should communicate the results and community benefits achieved through the funded project. How to Prepare Before Applying Organizations can strengthen their applications by preparing their project inf