Deadline: 21-Oct-20
Applications are open for the Boissevain & Morton Foundation Grants Program to supports a wide range of local charitable organizations to make the community a better place to live, work and play.
The Boissevain & Morton Foundation Inc. began in 1975 with the involvement of six community residents who were interested in not only seeing Boissevain grow and prosper but also giving community-minded citizens peace of mind when donating to a cause close to their hearts.
Objectives
The objectives of the Community Foundation of Boissevain & Morton are:
- To support family wellbeing;
- To promote the development of children, youth and senior programs;
- To assist and promote the arts, culture, heritage and sports activities;
- To advance education;
- To support and advance the provision of medical services;
- To support the enhancement of the environment;
- To support social programs;
- To support and advance other community activities or facilities of a charitable nature.
Project proposals NOT eligible for funding:
- Support day-to-day operating expenses of established organizations or programs. (Examples include but are not limited to: building rent, utility payments, office supplies, staff salaries and wages, etc.)
- Purchases & expenses already incurred;
- Establish or add to endowment funds;
- Support religious organizations;
- Promote political activities or support advocacy initiatives;
Review Process
The review process for grant applications.
- Proposed projects must benefit primarily the people of The Municipality of Boissevain-Morton.
- Grants are awarded for definite purposes and for projects completed by August 31 of the following year.
- All applicants will be required to complete a grant application form.
- All applicants must ALSO supply a financial statement and itemized quote for the project along with the grant application.
- A meeting with Foundation Directors may be required.
Before funds are dispersed, successful applicants are required to:
- Submit bills supporting their grant.
- Submit a high-resolution digital photo of the completed project (this photo may be used for future advertising).
- Publicly recognize our contribution through signage at the recipient’s expense.
All applicants are required to complete a grant application and provide an audited financial statement or a most recent bank statement with a financial report, plus an itemized quote for the project.
For more information, visit https://boissevainmortonfoundation.ca/grant-application/