Thanks to the foresight and generosity of donors, the Dauphin & District Community Foundation is able to invest in the future of our community through grant-making. Projects must benefit the people of the City and Rural Municipality of Dauphin

Important Dates​

DDCF welcomes grant applications twice a year:
January 1st to February 28th, and then again from September 1st to October 15th.
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Applications can be emailed or dropped off (download pdf) , or apply online using the form below. Please send attachments directly to [email protected] 

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Apply for a Grant​

Eligibility

• Grants are given to CRA registered charities or qualified donees or organizations that partner with above mentioned organizations. For profit businesses and individuals are not eligible.
• Grants are made to projects or programs delivered in Dauphin and/or the RM of Dauphin
• Grants are not made to projects that are undertaken prior to receiving the Grant Committee decision

Preference is given to projects which:

• Have a well-planned approach
• Demonstrate the ability to serve a need in the community
• Demonstrate accessibility & inclusivity
• Promote diversity & social justice
• Promote volunteer & citizen involvement

Youth in Philanthropy​

​Youth in Philanthropy is a voluntary committee made up of students from our local schools.
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This group is focusing on local issues and global improvement!  The students are able to take a leadership role and learn how to run a committee. The Youth in Philanthropy group will be calling for grants each school year, and will be able to give back to their community once again!

Past Projects

In 2024 the DDCF has contributed to the following projects:
 
Active Living Centre - signage
Barkland Bridges – additional kennels for rescues
Canada’s National Riding and Dancing Cossacks – toward purchase of a trailer
City of Dauphin – Memorial monument
Countryfest Cinema – lights
Crocus Quilters Guild – equipment and supplies
Dauphin Derailleurs Cycle Club - trailgroomer
Dauphin & District Allied Arts Centre – tables and lighting
Dauphin Hawks – padded chairs and score table
Dauphin Hero Club – laptop and air purifiers
Dauphin Pickleball Club - equipment and supplies
Ecole McNeill School – washer and dryer
Fort Dauphin Museum – security bars and lighting
MacNeil Gamers – e-sports
MB Summer Games – DRCSS track upgrade
Michif Child & Family Services - swim passes for children in care
Regional Connections – Holiday Tapestry Bash
Whitmore Drama Club – equipment for dinner theatre
Zirka Ukrtainian dance ensemble - host event

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