Host It Downtown grant application
Applications for events occurring from June 1 to August 31, 2024 are now CLOSED. Accepting applications for events occurring September 1 to December 31, 2024. (Application Deadline: July 31, 2024)
Applicant name/title
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Your name
Title/role in event
Name of the organization hosting the event
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Please list 1-3 previous events you have planned and executed along with a brief summary of your role.
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Which grant level are you applying for?
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Small (up to $1,000) Attendance target: min 50-500
Medium (up to $10,000) Attendance target: min 500-10,000
Large (up to $20,000) Attendance target: min 5,000-25,000
Name of the event
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Date of the event
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Additional dates:
Where is the event taking place? Please include venue names and addresses if possible. Reminder that we do not fund events that take place outside of the Downtown Winnipeg Business Improvement Zone.
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Is this event being hosted by a(n):
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Individual
Downtown Winnipeg BIZ member business
Non-profit organization
Arts or community group
Other
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Please describe your event and why you'll be hosting it downtown.
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0/200
How many people are you expecting to attend your event?
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Total attendance expected
Please briefly describe your marketing plan, who your target audience is and how you will reach them.
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0/300
The criteria for a Host It Downtown grant is based on attendance, cultural representation, economic impact, the event plan/program and financial need. Please describe how your event meets the required criteria.
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0/300
Does your event include Indigenous elements? If so, please describe:
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Will your event include services (like catering or other services) from a downtown Winnipeg business? If so, which ones?
Does your event include food trucks?
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Yes
No
Is your event brand new to downtown?
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Yes
No
If your event is successful, do you plan to run it regularly (i.e. annually)?
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Yes
No
Maybe
If you answered maybe, why or why not?
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If you are successful in obtaining a Host It Downtown grant, how will the funds elevate or make an impact on your event?
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0/300
If your event receives a Host It Downtown grant (select all that apply):
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It will allow or encourage more people to attend the event
It will elevate the event experience for those in attendance
It will allow the event to run (i.e. it will not happen without this grant)
Other
How will the public access your event?
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Free admission, event open to all
Event is ticketed and the cost is less than $20
Event is ticketed and the cost is over $20
What opportunities are there for Downtown Winnipeg BIZ’s activation (check all that apply)? Please note: checking these does not guarantee inclusion in your event. Activation/support will be based on budget and availability.
Downtown Ambassador presence
Downtown Winnipeg BIZ signs
Downtown Winnipeg BIZ 10x10 canopy
Recognition of Downtown Winnipeg BIZ on event signage
Recognition of Downtown Winnipeg BIZ on print and/or digital promotions of the event
Opportunity to sell Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Gift Cards
Opportunity to donate Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Gift Cards to be used for promotions, prizing or gifting for guests/volunteers
Other
Submit event budget using the template provided. PLEASE NOTE: As per the grant criteria, Downtown Winnipeg BIZ cannot be the sole funder of any one event. You must show at least one other contribution either in-kind or cash in order to be eligible for a Host It Downtown grant. Please include all anticipated expenses AND revenue projections, other funding sources and/or donations in your submitted budget.
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Submit event plan (no more than 2 pages - include dates, times, locations, programming details, etc.)
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By checking the items, I agree with the following:
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I confirm that the statements and information in this application are true and complete.
I understand that an application that is lacking sufficient information, budget details and/or financials may not be eligible for funding.
I understand that I am responsible for submitting a complete application.
I understand that successful applicants will be required to agree to the terms in their funding agreement, including appropriate recognition of Downtown Winnipeg BIZ.
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