Manitoba Ag Days is proud to announce we are “giving back”. At our 2013 show we introduced a 50/50 draw with half of the proceeds going to the winning ticket holder and the other half benefiting Agricultural related Charities. We are a not-for-profit organization and will continue to operate this way. Our show is 100% pure farm meaning 100% of our exhibitors are relevant to the agricultural industry. Being able to contribute to this industry has been a fantastic experience for us and we are excited to “PAY IT FORWARD” in Agriculture. Manitoba Ag Days takes great pride in helping other agricultural organizations in communities where our exhibitors and patron’s live.

Moving forward with the 50/50 draws in future shows, we will be giving organizations the opportunity to apply to be the recipients of the proceeds. Applicants are encouraged to apply between January 1st and November 15th each year. The following are the categories available and guidelines.

There are 2 separate categories:

1) Education and Leadership (up to $11,000 yearly)

1. U of M Degree $1000 yearly
   (Applicants must apply through the U of M)
2. U of M Diploma $1000 yearly
   (Applicants must apply through the U of M)
3. ACC Diploma $1000 yearly
   (Applicants must apply through the Ag Days Gives Back Committee)
4. Agricultural Youth Education $8000 yearly
   (Applicants must apply via email request to the Ag Days Gives Back Committee)

In order to apply for the Education and Leadership Scholarships – individuals must fill out the attached form as well as submit a 500 word essay on either of these topics

1. Why you want to be in the agricultural industry?
2. Why do you attend Manitoba Ag Days?
3. What could we do to improve Manitoba Ag Days?

In order to apply for the Education and Leadership Grants – organizations must contact the General Manager via email at: coordinator@agdays.com

2) Community Improvement  (up to $15,000 annually)

1.  Local Community Infrastructure Upgrades and Improvements*
   This category would include such things as: community halls, arenas, rinks, playgrounds, ball diamonds, parks, walkways, gardens, etc…
   *Matching community dollars is a requirement                                                                                                                                      (Applicants must apply to the Ag Days Gives Back Committee)
2. Agriculture and Heritage
   This category would include such things as: agricultural related charities, historic monuments, fairs, organizations that work within agriculture, etc…                                                                                                                                                                   (Applicants must apply to the Ag Days Gives Back Committee)
3. Safety & Emergency Services
   This category would include such things as: air and ground transport services, support groups, call lines, organizations that work within agriculture, etc…
   (Applicants must apply to the Ag Days Gives Back Committee)

In order to apply for the Community Improvement component organizations must fill out the Manitoba Ag Days Community Giving Program Application form and return it with their supporting documentation. Please go to: www.agdays.com/community-giving-program/

Deadline to apply is November 15th each year.  Applications will be accepted online or via fax (1-204-728-4137) or email coordinator@agdays.com