Deadline: 15-Dec-21
The Winnipeg Foundation invites applications from after-school programs, drop-in centres, community centres, family resource centres and daycares to apply for Nourishing Potential Grants.
Projects must primarily benefit children and youth from Winnipeg communities that face systemic barriers to food security.
Applications will be considered for any one, or a combination of the following:
- Food purchases
- Equipment Eligible costs include: appliances; cookware; food preparation and storage items; and reusable dishes and utensils.
- Nutrition education and staff / volunteer food handling training
Funding Information
The maximum grant request for this program is $ 10,000 and may include: food purchases, equipment (up to $ 3,000), and nutrition education and training (up to $ 1,000).
Policies
- Only registered charities are eligible for grants from The Winnipeg Foundation.
- Projects must primarily benefit children and youth from economically disadvantaged communities in Winnipeg.
- Organizations may apply for a Nourishing Potential Grant once per calendar year.
- Applying for a Nourishing Potential grant does not preclude an organization from applying for a Community Grant or other Special Program Grant, but it must be for a different project.
- Out-of-school programs are eligible; in-school programs are not eligible. School divisions may apply for out-of-school programming.
Guidelines
- Priority will be given to enhancing existing nutrition projects.
- Food purchases must follow the Canada Food Guide and be respectful of individual and community diversity.
- Preference will be given to projects that include a learning opportunity for children and youth about healthy foods.
- Where applicable, projects should include a plan to involve staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
- A final report is required at the end of the project.
Eligibility Criteria
- Your organization must have a registered charitable number from Canada Revenue Agency to apply for a Nourishing Potential Grant. (This number is required to access the online application form.)
- You may apply for one Nourishing Potential Grant per calendar year. Organizations may apply for a Community Grant, or any special program grant, in the same year, but applications must be for different projects.
For more information, visit The Winnipeg Foundation.
For more information, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/granting/special-program-grants/nourishing-potential-grants/