Multi-Year Grant Programs for Arts Organizations
Folklorama Chinese Pavillion photo by Dr Tse Li Luk
Important Dates
- Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Program Support Interim Report due
- Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Operating Grant Interim Report
Three-year Operating Grants and two-year Program Support Grants make contributions to the operations of incorporated established arts organizations with a continuing presence in Winnipeg throughout the year or seasonally, and a track record of high-quality programming or services. Multi-year grants support a range of activities and art forms, reflecting different cultural traditions and art practices. Arts organizations receiving support are expected to advance the development of their art forms, to participate in the development of local artists, to maintain public support, and to practice strict management and financial controls.
Arts organizations are invited to apply to either the two-year or three-year program depending on a variety of factors including budget size, scope of programming, and number of staff. All organizations receiving multi-year grants must have a history of consistent programming and public support, and must provide regular reporting to ensure that they continue to meet the objectives of the program.
In 2025, Multiyear Grant deadlines fall on November 25. Program Support (two-year grant) organizations and Operating (three year grant) organizations must submit an interim report.
Eligibility: Due to budgetary constraints, acceptance into this program for new applicants is limited. Currently, applications are accepted by invitation only. Please contact the Grants Consultant for more information.
Program Support Grants Interim Report — November 25, 2025
All organizations receiving Program Support Grants are required to submit an Interim Report to be eligible for their 2026 grant. Applicants must use the same GoSmart login used to submit the application in Fall 2024. For questions about the application or the process, please contact Sam McLean, Grants Consultant.
Required documents:
- Program Support Interim Report Budget Outline Fall 2025
- Program Support Interim Report Guidelines Fall 2025
Operating Grants Interim Report — November 25, 2025
All organizations receiving Operating Grants are required to submit an Interim Report to be eligible for their 2026 grant. Applicants must use the same GoSmart login used to submit the application in Fall 2023. For questions, please contact the Winnipeg Arts Council.
Required documents:
To apply:
Visit winnipegarts.gosmart.org. Access to multiyear programs will open on September 15, 2025.