Spence Neighbourhood Small Grants Program
The SNA Community Incentives Program is supported by Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations Department.
The objective of the program is to connect Spence residents, build community capacity, and promote community well-being. Activities, events, initiatives, and programs that contribute to a thriving Spence Neighbourhood may receive incentives up to a maximum of $5,000.
Each year SNA gives out $50,000 to community initiatives through this program. In the Spring, SNA sends a call for applications, and a committee reviews presentations from the applicants before funding is approved. Approved applicants will receive a portion of their allocated funds upon the approval of their applications, and the remainder of the funds will be given out upon receipt of a full report.
Intake Deadline
In 2026/2027 there will be two intakes for the Spence Neighbourhood Community Incentives Small Grants Program.
The first intake is reserved for projects taking place between June 2026 and December 31, 2026. Applications are currently open!
Deadline for first intake: June 12, 2026
Requirements:
To qualify for the grant, the project must:
- Be sponsored by local groups (not individuals).
- Take place in and benefit residents of the Spence neighbourhood (Click here to learn if you fall within our boundary map).
- Have identified support of local residents.
- Not be used for capital improvements to private property unless the property has been made available, free of charge for community use and the improvements relate to the proposed community use.
- Be completed by December 31st, 2026 and reported 30 days after the end of the project or by January 31, 2027, whichever is soonest.
Examples of eligible projects: block parties, community celebrations, neighbourhood cleanups, community gardens and other such projects that support community connecting.
Eligible costs include materials and supplies, equipment or other rentals and staffing costs, but cannot be used for stipends, gifts or honorariums for participation.
If you have any questions, please contact us at cigrants@spenceneighbourhood.org
How to apply:
The Spence Neighbourhood Community Incentives Program 2026-27’s first intake is now open!
Please fill out this form to get started:
Spence Neighbourhood Community Incentives Program: 2026-2027 Application
Deadline for first intake: June 12, 2026
Reporting:
Reporting for the first intake is due 30 days after the completion of the project or by January 31st, 2025, whichever is sooner.
Reports must be submitted with copies of receipts or other proof of expenses. Please contact the Community Incentive Grant Coordinator if you are not sure if your proof of expense is acceptable. We also encourage photos, posters, and other documents.
To Report:
If you have any questions, please contact us at cigrants@spenceneighbourhood.org