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Alberta Crime Prevention Grant
Funding for youth crime prevention in Alberta
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 150,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 18, 2024
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $150,000 per year for up to 2 years to support youth crime prevention in Alberta. It funds direct services and supports, including prevention, intervention, diversion, referrals, and community outreach activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 18, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Direct delivery of crime prevention services or supports for youth aged 12 to 24
- Prevention, intervention, and diversion programming
- Youth development activities that build protective factors
- Referrals and supports addressing known risk factors
- Community outreach and awareness activities related to youth crime prevention
Documents Needed
- Completed Alberta Crime Prevention Grant Application Form
- Budget Request Template
- Certificate of Incorporation or proof of registered charity status, if applicable
- Three letters of support or partnership
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered not-for-profit organizations
- Registered charities
- First Nations
- Métis Settlements
- Municipalities, community-focused police programs or services, and community groups with a designated fiscal agent
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Academic institutions
- For-profit organizations
- Crown corporations
- Publicly funded institutions
Eligible expenses
- Staff salaries and related program labour
- Staff and volunteer travel, including mileage, car rental, and accommodation
- Honoraria, such as for Elders
- Training and professional development for staff and volunteers
- Program administration up to 10% of the annual grant payment
- Program materials and equipment needed to deliver the initiative
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital costs, including land, vehicles, or facility renovations
- Legal costs, debt repayment, donations, subsidies, and loan interest
- Lobbying activities
- Housing for youth participants
- Counselling or treatment programs
- Flow-through funding to another organization
- Retroactive expenses incurred before the grant term
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Incomplete or late applications are not considered.
- Applicants receive confirmation within 5 business days that the application was received.
- Successful applicants must submit interim and final reports.
Additional information
- Funding is limited and not all applications will be approved.
- Applications must be complete and submitted on time.
- Successful applicants may need to submit interim and final reports.
- A standardized logic model and reporting tools will be provided.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant?
This program provides up to $150,000 per year for up to 2 years to support youth crime prevention in Alberta. It funds direct services and supports, including prevention, intervention, diversion, referrals, and community outreach activities.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Crime Prevention Grant Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant program, you must:
Located in Alberta
Serves youth aged 12 to 24
Registered eligible organization or community group
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Crime Prevention Grant?
Direct delivery of crime prevention services or supports for youth aged 12 to 24
Prevention, intervention, and diversion programming
Youth development activities that build protective factors
Referrals and supports addressing known risk factors
Community outreach and awareness activities related to youth crime prevention
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant?
You can contact Community Initiatives Support, Government of Alberta by email at cis@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant available?
The Alberta Crime Prevention Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Crime Prevention Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Crime Prevention Grant is a Grant and Funding