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Community Grants

Community Grants:

The Town of Altona supports the enhancement of a positive quality of life for all its residents. One means of achieving this goal is through the provision of grants to organizations that contribute to the general interest and advantage of the community. The Town also recognizes that supporting volunteer community-based organizations is often fundamental to maintaining this quality of life. This policy has been formulated to foster consistency with the awarding of grants to groups whose benefits and services are enjoyed by the residents of the Town.

Please review the Community Grants Policy. Community Grants Policy 

Eligibility Criteria:

The project, program or services provided by the organization will:

  1. Enhance the quality of life and well-being of many Altona citizens.
  2. Benefit the community over a long period of time.
  3. Improve the environmental sustainability of the community.
  4. Provide important community support to underserved populations.
  5. Support recreational and cultural initiatives.
  6. Have community support (eg. financial or volunteer contributions).

2025 Community Grant Applications Now Open!

We are now accepting 2025 Community Grant applications. Please submit a completed application form with all required documents by November 30, 2024. 

Application forms can be picked up at the Town of Altona Administration Office (111 Centre Ave E) or can be downloaded here: 2025 Community Grant Application (PDF)

Send or drop off applications to:

Town of Altona

Attention: Dan Gagné

P.O. Box 1630, 111 Centre Avenue, Altona, MB, R0G 0B0

By e-mail to dan.gagne@altona.ca


If you have any questions about the application process, please contact CAO Dan Gagné at dan.gagne@altona.ca or 204-324-6468.

2024 Community Grant Recipients

Altona Rhineland Emergency Services, Altona Skating Club, Gretna Stars Rec Hockey, KidSport Manitoba, Altona Minor Baseball, The Gardens on Tenth, Katie Cares, South Central Cancer Resource (SCCR), Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service Foundation (STARS), Altona & Area Family Resource Centre, The Community Exchange, Altona Youth for Christ, Altona Community Action Network (ACAN), and the Altona & District Heritage Research Centre (Altona & Area Archives).

Altona Rhineland Emergency Services

The Altona Police Service & Altona Rhineland Emergency Services are dedicated to protecting and supporting our community. They received a Community Grant to cover the facility rental fee for their upcoming Altona Emergency Services Ball in support of Special Olympics Manitoba on November 16th, 2024. 

More details about this event can be found at www.altona.ca/m/altona-police-service/upcoming-events


                       

Altona Skating Club

The Altona Skating Club is a volunteer run organization providing Skate Canada certified programming in Altona for over 40 years. Whether you are a figure skater, looking to improve your hockey skills, or just want to learn to skate, the Altona Skating Club is for you! For more information or to register for a program, visit their website at altonaskatingclub.uplifterinc.com

Their grant was used to fund ice rentals for the Skate Manitoba Provincials which were held in Altona in March 2024, which hosted over 400 skaters and their families.


Gretna Stars Rec Hockey

The Gretna Stars Rec Hockey program provides hockey options to those who cannot or chose not to play in Altona Minor Hockey. 

Some children participate in rec hockey because their families may not be financially able to cover the high costs often associated with minor hockey. This grant helped cover registration fees and/or equipment upgrades to those in need. 


KidSport Manitoba

KidSport Manitoba is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their family's financial situation, have the opportunity to participate in sports. Through their grant program, they provide much-needed financial assistance to families who may struggle to cover the costs of enrolling their children in sports programs.

In 2023, KidSport Manitoba helped over 220 families in Southern Manitoba with grants totaling just over $16,000. So far this year, more than 160 families have already received grants amounting to just under $10,000, with 25% of these going to families in the Pembina Valley. The grant received from the Town of Altona helped support kids in the Pembina Valley get off the sidelines and into the game! 

Altona Minor Baseball

Altona Minor Baseball is a recreation sports program offering competitive programming for kids from 6-18 years old.

The funds received from their grant were used as a part of two projects for Altona Minor Baseball. Several major enhancements were made at Diamond 1 in the park along with replacing the netting on their batting cages.

The Gardens on Tenth

The Gardens on Tenth assists with the evolving needs of tenants through facilities, programs, and services and provides aid and support to help residents find and apply for financial assistance. 

Their grant was used to update the Manor suites. Tenants who have moved from an older suite to a newly renovated one are very pleased with the upgrades, but more importantly, they appreciate the safety and accessibility improvements with the widened doorways, walk-in showers, and raised toilets. The removal of walls and carpeting has been especially well-received, particularly by those who use mobility aids. These updates are thoughtfully designed to meet the evolving needs of seniors, helping them to age comfortably and safely.

South Central Cancer Resource

South Central Cancer Resource (SCCR) is a community based non-profit organization providing education, hope, and support to individuals with cancer and their families throughout South Central Manitoba. They provide many services such as transportation and accommodation assistance, lymphedema program, wigs and head coverings, skin screening clinics, wellness programs and more. 

The grant went towards funding their transportation program, which is the most utilized program SCCR offers. It helped put fuel in the tanks of cancer patients needing to travel for treatments.

                               

STARS 

STARS provides life-saving critical care, anywhere: be that by air or ground. STARS is particularly valuable for remote or rural communities, like Altona, where quick access to emergency care may not be readily available. Over the past 12 years, STARS has flown 70 missions in the Altona area.

This grant went towards their Critical Care Mission which includes: medical equipment and supplies, aviation equipment, helicopter maintenance, helping over 1000 people & their families last year, and allowing them to be innovative and on the cutting edge advanced training for their flight and medical crews, equipping them with the latest skills and knowledge to handle complex medical situations, ultimately improving patient outcomes across the region!

Katie Cares

Katie Cares is an organization dedicated to supporting those with loved ones in the hospital. Katie’s Cottage, situated near Boundary Trails Health Centre, offers a quiet and affordable place to stay for anyone wanting to remain close to hospitalized family members or friends. Additionally, they have a Beanie Baby program, to-go bags, slippers, breakfast, and of course, their annual Katie Cares Celebration of Life Fashion Show. Learn more at 

Their 2024 Community Grant was used towards purchasing new linens for Katie’s Cottage.

Altona and Area Family Resource Centre

The Altona and Area Family Resource Centre (AAFRC) is a non-profit organization supporting all parents/caregivers in Altona and the surrounding area to help their preschool aged children thrive and reach their full potential. They do this through free parent-child programming that focuses on literacy and learning, physical activity, and positive parenting.

With the help of this Community Grant, the AAFRC was able to expand their programming beyond their staple “Stay & Plays”. Some of these events included:

  1. “Deck the Halls” event where they partnered with the Gardens on Tenth for craft-making with the residents
  2. “Celebrate the Season” which featured snacks, activities, and pictures with Santa. During the cold months, they will continue to run
  3. Family Gym Nights in Altona & Gretna
  4. Five “Tour of Altona” sessions which involved touring various local establishments. These events were so popular that they hope to make it a monthly event next year! (photo of fire hall tour)

The Community Exchange

The Community Exchange serves as a hub to provide a safe space to anyone, regardless of their background or identity. They offer various programs and connect people with services and resources to support living and thriving in Altona and the surrounding area.

This grant was used to support the Community Connector program. This program is based on elements of the 3 pillars of The Community Exchange: food gatherings, community hub, and learning from and with each other. Some examples include: free monthly supper, free weekly breakfast, “The Community Shop” which provides free toiletries and other essential items for families in need, “Share the Warmth” which collects and distributes warm winter clothing to families in need, and partnering with other organizations to provide opportunities, resources, and services.

Youth for Christ

Youth For Christ Altona (YFC) is a non-profit organization that is committed to supporting local youth by providing a safe space and offering a range of programs and events that engage and support all teens regardless of their background.

This grant will aid the organization’s utility costs to ensure that they can focus their financial support on creating the best quality programming possible.

Altona Community Action Network

Altona Community Action Network (ACAN) was founded by citizens invested in our community’s sustainability and ability to deal with climate change. Over the years they have been involved in small and large projects alike including: establishing year round curbside composting in Altona, managing the community garden, earth day events, compost give-away, community consultation, and much more.

This grant went towards the Community Orchard and Edible Garden project which is an initiative that with proper planning and maintenance, will one day provide food for the food bank, community exchange, and other groups and individuals in Altona needing fresh produce.

Altona and District Heritage Research Centre

The Altona & District Heritage Research Centre Inc. (Altona & Area Archive) is a volunteer-led archive dedicated to preserving the history of Altona and the surrounding area through old photographs, newspapers, maps, journals, and many other documents and information. 

The Altona & District Heritage Research Centre Inc. (Altona & Area Archives) was established in 1999 as a non-profit, volunteer-run organization in Manitoba. Its mission is to preserve and provide access to paper documents and photographs that capture the history of Altona and the surrounding communities within the boundaries of the Municipality of Rhineland. Their office is located at room 116-125 Centre Ave E (Golden West Building), and they are open to the public on non-holiday Mondays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm.