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Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants
Supports innovative child health initiatives
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation supports child health initiatives in collaboration with Alberta Children’s Hospital, Alberta Health Services, the University of Calgary and community partners. It funds innovative projects, technology, research, education and training, and other initiatives that improve care and outcomes for children and families.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Testing and implementing innovative new models of care
- Strategic programs of research
- Education and training
- Accelerating innovation to transform child health and wellness
- Initiatives that establish or grow provincial, national and international profile and leadership in child health
Documents Needed
- Detailed budget
- Budget justification
- Required templates, if invited to submit a full application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta Children’s Hospital, Alberta Health Services
- Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute / Child Health and Wellness Researchers, University of Calgary
- Department of Pediatrics, Alberta Health Services, University of Calgary
- Child and Adolescent Addiction, Mental Health and Psychiatry Program, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone
- Child-serving departments within Alberta Health Services and the University of Calgary
- Child and family serving agencies in the community that work in partnership with one or more key partners
Eligible expenses
- Cutting-edge equipment and technology
- Education and training
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core health programs delivering standard of care service
- Regular building maintenance or renovations not linked to a larger strategy to improve child health outcomes
- Stand-alone research projects that are not part of a strategic research program
- Physician or faculty salaries
- Conference or event sponsorship
Processing and Agreement
- Completed applications are reviewed through a three-step process: Funding, Impact and Oversight Committee, Funding Priorities Committee, and Board of Directors.
- The Funding, Impact and Oversight Committee may request more information, clarification, or details before an application proceeds.
- The Funding Priorities Committee may request additional information or a presentation and can recommend or decline funding.
- Successful applicants are notified by email within a few days of approval.
- A funding agreement is then developed for the approved project.
Additional information
- The Foundation uses a co-development process led by the Partner Working Group.
- If invited to submit a full application, required templates will be provided by a Partner Working Group member.
- There are three to four submission opportunities per fiscal year, and dates are subject to change.
- Applicants should allow additional lead-time for sponsorship and approvals before submitting an application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants Program
What is the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants?
The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation supports child health initiatives in collaboration with Alberta Children’s Hospital, Alberta Health Services, the University of Calgary and community partners. It funds innovative projects, technology, research, education and training, and other initiatives that improve care and outcomes for children and families.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants program, you must:
The project should align with the strategic priorities of the Foundation’s key partners.
The project should be innovative and cutting edge.
The project should achieve meaningful and measurable impact for children and families.
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants?
Testing and implementing innovative new models of care
Strategic programs of research
Education and training
Accelerating innovation to transform child health and wellness
Initiatives that establish or grow provincial, national and international profile and leadership in child health
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants?
You can contact Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation (ACHF) by email at grants@achf.com or by phone at 403.955.8810.
Where is the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants available?
The Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants?
Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation Grants is funded by Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation (ACHF)