Brokenhead River Community Foundation (BRCF)

Please note there is an opportunity to save this application prior to submission on each page. Prior to beginning this application, please ensure you have read through the "Grant Application Guide" on the Foundation website. This guide can be easily downloaded and printed.  It is also strongly recommended that you connect with Debbie Majeau (Administration & Marketing Coordinator for the BRCF) to discuss your project prior to beginning the application process. Debbie can be reached via email at brcf@brcfoundation.ca or via phone/text 431-343-2723.

Additionally, please use this checklist to ensure you know what is required for the application process.  

A print version of this application is available by clicking this link. This form is simply for you to use as your prepare your application. Applications can only be submitted online via the Jotform.

You can view a map of the BRCF Catchment Area here.

The Brokenhead River Community Foundation provides grants aimed at improving the quality of life across all areas of the community. Residents of the BRCF catchment area benefit from funding in the following areas:

• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• Literacy and Education
• Health, Wellness and Recreation
• Children, Youth and Families
• Environment and Animal Welfare

The Thomas Sill Foundation was founded in 1987 through the last will of Thomas Sill, a chartered accountant from Manitoba with offices throughout the province. For many years, the Foundation has provided support for charitable initiatives in Manitoba, granting funding to numerous communities with the hope that they would thrive and flourish.

At the end of 2023, the Thomas Sill Foundation ceased operations but aimed to continue supporting Manitoba. It established the Thomas Sill Manitoba Fund at The Winnipeg Foundation to benefit communities within Endow Manitoba.

To meet the changing needs of the community, guidelines for grant applications are established and reviewed annually. The Thomas Sill grant application intake is part of the regular grant intake for BRCF. Applications for grants are reviewed by a volunteer grants committee and recommendations are forwarded to the Board of Directors for consideration.

 

 Eligibility

Only community organizations that are charities or non-profit may apply. 

Projects must be completed by August 31, 2026.

Organizations must be able to demonstrate a minimum financial or in-kind commitment of 25% of the total project cost.

Granting Priorities

The Foundation gives preference to projects and programs where grant money can benefit the community in a significant way. Proposals should:

• serve a need in the community
• involve organizations in the community
• strengthen the social and cultural structure of the community
• emphasize and utilize the skills and resources that exist in the community
• have a well-planned approach - have broad public appeal
• be working in partnership or collaboration with other community partners

Restrictions

Grants for the following will NOT be approved:

• research
• attendance of seminars, conferences, or workshops outside of the BRCF catchment area
• tours or travel outside the BRCF catchment area
• sectarian, religious, or political purposes
• fund raising activities
• core operating costs 
• to retire debt
• general endowment or sustaining funds

Funding Procedures

Before receiving funding, successful applicants are required to submit a final report, which should include photos of the project and the final project budget by August 31st. The budget must detail actual expenses and revenues, along with paid receipts or photocopies of them. Additionally, a small sign will be provided to successful applicants for display at their project for a minimum of one year.

Application Deadline: 

Online by 4:30 pm on October 1st - no exceptions. Applications with missing information will not be considered.

Step by Step Guide to Applying for a Grant with the BRCF

We acknowledge that applying for a grant can be overwhelming and/or intimidating at times. The BRCF Grants Committee has created a "Step by Step Guide to Applying for a Grant" Booklet. You can acess the online support via our website by clicking on the link at the beginning of this page.

Organization Information:

NOTE: A copy of your Organizations most recent financial statements may be requested, and information regarding your project may be made available to our donors and to the public. 

Project Information:

Demographics:

Project Budget

Please give a detailed breakdown of your project budget. Do not include the overall operational expenses of your organization - only the particulars related to the proposed project. If your project is being completed in phases, only provide the budget for the current phase. NOTE: Total Revenue must equal Total Expenses. Quotes and confirmed costs must be supplied with this application.

The Brokenhead River Community Foundation will only support 75% of the total program/project cost. The 25%, not covered by the Foundation, can be made up of revenue that is confirmed from other sources, in-kind donations or your own organization.  You must show where the 25% from your organization will come from.

In-kind donations are contributions of goods, space, time or services rather than cash. Essentially, they are contributions towards your project/program that you do not have to pay for.

We, the undersigned, declare that we are Officers of this Organization and have been authorized to make this application on behalf of the Organization. 

By signing this application, the applicant agrees to the expectations of grant recipients and gives BRCF permission to publish grant information upon approval of the grant. Thomas Sill Grant applications which are not approved will remain confidential.