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). 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 2025 we assisted with the following projects through our grant program

Name ​	Notes ​
Barkland Bridges Inc.	Development of a walking trail to assist with preparing rescues for adoption
Bratstva Studios Inc.	Choreography, instruction and costumes for a new dance
City of Dauphin	Install bench on Kings Way Trail
CN Park Memorial	CN Park memorial final costs
Countryfest Community Cinema	Update software
Dauphin Ag Society	Purchase of a grader for the fair grounds for chuckwagon and chariot races
Dauphin Citizens on Patrol	Safety equipment for at-risk individuals
Dauphin & District Allied Arts Council	Stairlift and handicap door opener
Dauphin & District Handivan	Transmission and ramp repair
Dauphin First Baptist Church	Community meals at food bank intakes
Dauphin Friendship Centre	New equipment for Food for Thought program
Dauphin Hero Club	Air purifier and filters
Dauphin Jr Rec Hockey	Replace 6 goalie helmets
Dauphin Magical Horizons Daycare	Resurface/revamp of exits and playground entrances
Dauphin Minor Hockey	Player development through specialized training camps and equipment
Dauphin Pickleball Club	Nets and barriers
Dauphin Public Library	Phase one of washroom upgrade
Dauphin Public Library	Window coverings
Dauphin Recreation Services	Wave pool repairs
Dauphin Recreation Services	Maamawi Park pocket park
Dauphin Recreation Services	Paws & People comfort station at dog park
Dauphin's Countryfest Inc.	Infrastructure improvements
ECHO Housing	Snowblower and winter materials
Ecole MacNeill K-1 Outdoor Ed Club	Snowshoes for class
Henderson Elementary School	Sensory room
Lions Foundation	Mobile Diagnostic Screener
Mountain View School Division	Music Therapy program
Mountain View School Division	Elementary music event grades 3 - 6
Parkland Mavericks Women's Rugby	Equipment
Rainbow Resource Centre	Workshops for empowerment - 2SLGBTQ+
Regional Connections	Equipment for newcomers
Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve	Vermillion Tree/Shrub Revitalization ​
Smith Jackson Elementary School	Washer and dryer
Trembola Cross of Freedom	Wood shed ​
Ukrainian Folk Arts Centre & Museum	Relocate pioneer log barn
Ukrainian Folk Arts Centre & Museum	Installation of hand dryers at Selo Site
Whitmore School	Self-regulation equipment and furniture

​In 2024 DDCF contributed to the following projects THROUGH OUR GRANT PROGRAM:

Name	Notes ​
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 Ukrainian dance ensemble	Host event​