Research Themes

The primary areas of interest are the Dutch-Russian immigrants who came to Manitoba in the 1870s:

• their historical background in Russia, Poland-Prussia and the Netherlands
• their history in Manitoba and Western Canada
• the history of their descendants spread throughout the Americas

Grant Procedures

The Plett Foundation does not have a formal application form but will receive proposals in the concise letter form including any appropriate supporting materials. The following information should be included:

• Name of organization or individual.
• Name of contact.
• Contact coordinates: Telephone, Fax, e-mail address, mailing address.
• A brief description of yourself or your organization. This may include the mission or purpose of the organization or your own background, church affiliation (optional), education and historical research activity and accomplishments.
• A detailed description of the project.
• Relevant information about the feasibility of the project.
• The purpose of the project of program funding being requested.
• Short and long term outcomes expected and plans for assessing achievements.
• The amount of funding requested.
• The total cost of the project or program.
• Successful applicants must present a copy of their completed projects to the Foundation

Please send all proposals to: D.F. Plett Historical Research Foundation, Inc., 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2E9.