CFPD October News

 

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."—Helen Keller

 

What's New at the Foundation

 

Our Fall 2026 Community Grants are open for application, with an all-new ONLINE application process. Let us help you help others—visit grants.cfpdi.ca for details, and to apply. Over $212,000 is available to disburse to a wide variety of community groups who require funding to run important programs and projects intended to improve life for Portage & Area residents.


Deadline is October 15

CFPD has partnered with the Portage la Prairie School Division to launch a new 'Payroll 50/50' Program, with proceeds to benefit students pursuing studies in Education, with a new recipient bursary each school year. PLPSD employees can contact their payroll department to sign up.




Next opt-in deadline is Dec.31


Impact Story & Donor Feature

 

The CFPD Portage & District Wildlife Fund disbursed $1450 in the spring of 2026 to the Manitoba Wildlife Federation, supporting their advocacy efforts, conservation projects, and educational programs. 


Click on the image above to read the Impact Story.

Southport Aerospace was able to present CFPD with $7000 as a result of their Annual RUNway event—support that will make a significant difference in our local community through our Community Grants Program!


Click on the image above to read the Donor Feature.

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Upcoming office closure: Monday, Oct. 12 (Thanksgiving)

204-856-1971  ~ info@cfpdi.ca ~ www.cfpdi.ca

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