Grants

Building Community Through Generosity and Grants

The Pas Tri-Community Foundation connects generous donors with meaningful community projects across The Pas, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, and the RM of Kelsey. Each year, we distribute a portion of our investment earnings to support local initiatives that strengthen and enrich life in our Tri-Community area.

Learn more about how to apply for a grant or see our grant recipients below.

Community Unrestricted Fund Grant

The Community Unrestricted Fund Grant supports a wide range of projects that strengthen and enhance the quality of life for people in The Pas, RM of Kelsey, and Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Funding made possible by the Thomas Sill Foundation, Joe Brain Fund, and community donations.

This fund allows the The Pas Tri-Community Foundation to respond to the community’s most pressing needs—both today and in the future. We welcome applications from registered charities and qualified donees with objectives:

To support family well-being;
To promote the development of children, youth and senior’s programs;
To assist and promote the arts, culture and heritage activities;
To advance education;
To support and advance the provision of medical services;
To support the enhancement of the environment;
To support and advance other community activities or facilities of a charitable nature.

Applications are accepted from January 1 to February 15 each year, with successful applicants announced in the spring. All applications are reviewed by a Granting Sub-Committee of the Board.

Maximum funding: $1,500 per project
Deadline: February 15th
Contact: grants@tptcf.ca

Moffat Family Fund Grant

The Moffat Family Fund Grant supports projects that make a meaningful and lasting difference for children and families in our community. Guided by the Moffat Family Fund’s vision, this grant focuses on advancing the economic, social, physical, and intellectual well-being of children and families. The Moffat Family Fund is dedicated to building vibrant, inclusive communities by supporting initiatives that enhance the quality of life for children, families, and communities in The Pas, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, and the RM of Kelsey.

Through this annual grant program, the The Pas Tri-Community Foundation Inc. distributes funds from the Moffat Family Fund, a donor-advised fund established through the Winnipeg Foundation. Projects funded through this program should reflect the Moffat Family’s vision of a caring, healthy, and sustainable community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We encourage applications that create real impact, strengthen families, and build a healthier, more connected community. Projects may include early childhood education, parenting support, mentorship programs, mental health services, nutritious food access, after-school enrichment, digital inclusion, and other initiatives that help children and families thrive.

Grants are typically awarded to:

Programs that support children, youth, and families
Initiatives that strengthen community belonging and well-being
Projects that enhance recreation, education, culture, or health
Charitable organizations serving residents of the Tri-Community region.

If your project helps children and families grow, learn, feel supported, and build a stronger future, we want to hear from you. Please start by downloading the Grant Guidelines below and filling out the Grant Application.

Congratulations to Our 2025 Grant Recipients

Each year, The Pas Tri-Community Foundation is proud to support the incredible work of local organizations and community groups. These grants help bring meaningful projects to life — enriching arts, culture, education, health, recreation, and more across The Pas, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, and the RM of Kelsey.

We celebrate the dedication, creativity, and impact of all our recipients and are honoured to play a role in helping their initiatives succeed.