Grant and Scholarship Program
Discretionary grants may be offered by Council to financially assist organizations, events and activities whose functions improve the quality of life of the people of the Rural Municipality of Cornwallis, specific examples are described by, but not limited to, the following:
Human Services - social, health care and educational programs that benefit our citizens and improve the quality of life
Arts, Culture and Recreation - activities and events that may enrich and perpetuate the artistic level and cultural heritage of the citizens of the Municipality.
Other beneficial organizations not easily classified.
The RM of Cornwallis Council also offers a School Grant/Scholarship to a deserving graduating student from each school divisions - Brandon, Southwest Horizon, and Rolling River School Divisions (eligibility rules state that the student must reside within the RM of Cornwallis). Schools who participate in the grant program select their own student(s) using their own method of selection. A member of Council can present the grant award at the graduation ceremony, upon request of the school.
To assist Council with budget allotment; applications should be submitted as early as possible or by February 28th.
If you would like to request a donation, grant or sponsorship for your community event, committee or community group use the form request below and return it to the Municipal Office in person or by email via: info@gov.cornwallis.mb.ca
High School Grant/Scholarship Application Form* (ONLY for School Representatives. A copy will be provided in January of each year as well).