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AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding
Funds rural Alberta projects to support emerging artists
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 30,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
- Who can apply
- See full eligibility
Overview
This grant offers funding up to $30,000 for emerging artist engagement projects in rural Alberta, including First Nations reserves and Metis Settlements, aimed at cultivating the next generation of artists and addressing intergenerational gaps in professional development. Eligible activities include mentorship programs, skill development workshops, and initiatives that engage emerging artists with established artists, Elders, or Knowledge Keepers.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $30,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 100%
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Legal structures
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Target groups
- Young adults, Indigenous peoples, Rural / Remote communities, Artists / creatives
- Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Scope
- Provincial
Archived
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding Program
What is the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding?
This grant offers funding up to $30,000 for emerging artist engagement projects in rural Alberta, including First Nations reserves and Metis Settlements, aimed at cultivating the next generation of artists and addressing intergenerational gaps in professional development. Eligible activities include mentorship programs, skill development workshops, and initiatives that engage emerging artists with established artists, Elders, or Knowledge Keepers.
How much funding can be received?
AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who can I contact for more information about the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding?
You can contact Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) by email at registrationAFA@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-415-0287.
Where is the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding available?
The AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding?
AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding is funded by Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)