The Program
The Community Incentives Program is supported by Neighbourhoods Alive! (Province of Manitoba). The objective of the program is to connect residents of the Central Neighbourhoods (Central Park, Centennial, and West Alexander), build community capacity, and promote community well-being. Activities, events, initiatives, and programs may receive incentives up to a maximum of $5,000.
Approved applicants will receive a portion of their allocated funds upon the approval of their applications, and the remainder of the funds will be reimbursed upon receipt of a full report and copies of expense receipts.
To qualify for the Incentive, the project should:
- take place in and benefit the residents of Central Park, Centennial and West Alexander neighbourhoods;
- reflect the program objective of community building and community connecting;
- have identified support of local residents;
- be sponsored by local groups (not individuals);
- 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;
- must be completed by February 28, 2020.
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 or honoraria for participation.
Reporting
Successful applicants are requested to submit a report within a month from project completion or by February 28, 2020, whichever comes first.
Reports must be submitted online only, through the link here: https://forms.gle/6wLHeKcw6pNd4vq59.
Copies of receipts or other proof of expenses must be submitted by mail or in person at 231 Isabel Street. You are encouraged to keep copies of receipts for your records.
Expenses not accounted for with a receipt won't be accepted and won't be reimbursed. Please contact us if you are not sure about proof of expenses.
We also require photos and other documents to be submitted electronically with your reports. Please make sure you have obtained photo and video release forms from project participants. The media provided might be made public.

CENTRAL COMMUNITY INCENTIVES WORKSHOP!
Join us for a free workshop, to learn about the Central Community Incentives program, the application process, eligibility and deadlines. Practice your application with us!
Tuesday September 10, 2019, 5:30 PM at the Central Hub (231 Isabel St.).
RSVP at director@cnwpg.org - spots are limited. Thank you.
Central Community Incentives Recipients
2018-2019
Artbeat Studio: The Drumming Circle: Building Community through Music
Burton Cummings Community Centre: BCCC Seniors Program
CPFP Central Park Foot Patrol: Central Park Foot Patrol
Dufferin School: Make n Take Nutrition Program
Gang Action Interagency Network: Ceasefire Interrupter Outreach Project
Graffiti Art Programming: Central Hub Mural
Heart Smart CPR & First Aid: Free CPR and First Aid Training for Central Residents
Immigrant Integration & Farming Community Co-operative: Rainbow Community Gardens Winter Program
Mosaic Newcomer Family Resource Network: Central Park Community Kitchen
2017-2018
African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI): Umoja - Community Engagement Project
Art From The Heart: 17th Art from the Heart Show and Sale
Artbeat Studio: Community Participatory Art Project; Performance Mentorship Project: Music to Strengthen Social Bonds
Burton Cummings Community Centre: BCCC Seniors Program
Centennial Community Improvement Association: Make a Friend Project
Dufferin School: Parent Room Laundry Project; Learn to Skate Program
Gang Action Interagency Network: Ceasefire Interrupter Outreach Project
Hugh John Macdonald School: Students Cooking Nutrition and Hands-on Development Skills Project
2018-2019 cont.
NEEDS: NEEDS Centre Holiday Party for Newcomer Families
Neighbourhood Empowerment and Resource Centre: Capacity Building Initiatives for Newcomer Youth
One Nation Exchange: Intercultural Sewing Initiative
Sunshine House: Spread the Sunshine; Bring 'Em To The House
Winnipeg Central Park Women's Resource Centre: Tie-Dye Batik Project
Winnipeg Inner City Missions: First Steps to Employment Project
Winnipeg School Division, Indigenous Education and Newcomer Services Department: Generational Storytelling
West Alexander Residents Association: Connecting Residents and Investing in the Future
2017-2018 cont.
Immigrant Integration & Farming Community Co-operative: Rainbow Community Gardens Winter Program
Neighbourhood Empowerment and Resource Centre: Capacity Building Initiatives for Newcomer Youth; Manitoba Youth Forum
Pinkham School: Family Fun Nights/Parent Council Meetings
Social Planning Council Winnipeg: UMOJA Consultations on Police Newcomer Relationships
Sunshine House: Room to Grow
Winnipeg Central Park Women's Resource Centre: Eat Well and Physical Activity for Healthy Living
West Alexander Residents Association: West Alexander Community Build