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Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships
Support for Alberta real estate initiatives
Latest source updateLast Update: July 11, 2026Latest change: AREF updated its funding page and Sponsorships guidance with a new $100,000 Investment Grants maximum, an earlier Investment Grants deadline, Land & Water added to funding priorities, and a new GoApply user guide link.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 11, 2026
Latest change: AREF updated its funding page and Sponsorships guidance with a new $100,000 Investment Grants maximum, an earlier Investment Grants deadline, Land & Water added to funding priorities, and a new GoApply user guide link.
AREF funding updates
On the Get Funding page, Investment Grants now show a maximum of $100,000 instead of $25,000, and the Investment Grants deadline moved from August 25, 2026 to August 18, 2026. The funding priorities for both Investment Grants and Development Grants now include Land & Water, and the Sponsorships page now uses the term interest-holders and adds a user guide for navigating the GoApply portal.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships provides up to $10,000 to support industry-related initiatives and community events that advance the real estate sector in Alberta. Eligible support includes real estate-related events, small community projects, and short-term initiatives tied to the Foundation’s priorities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
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
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Industry-related initiatives.
- Community events connected to the real estate sector.
- Small community projects.
- Short-term initiatives that build organizational capacity.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with industry-related initiatives.
- Organizations running community events linked to the real estate sector.
- Organizations leading small community projects or short-term initiatives.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Political or religious organizations or activities.
- For-profit and commercial ventures.
- Other granting agencies seeking funds for redistribution.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individuals.
- Political or religious activities.
- For-profit and commercial ventures.
- Retroactive funding for activities already substantially completed.
- Deficit or debt retirement, annual fundraising drives, motivational presentations, and capital funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Foundation’s mandate and strategic priorities.
- Public interest and response to an industry-identified need.
- Lasting impact and broad reach.
- Industry involvement or collaboration.
- Additional funding support, transferable results, and knowledge sharing are preferred.
How to apply
- Click the Opportunities tab, then the View tab in the GoApply portal.
- Log in or create a profile through the GoApply portal.
- Submit a sponsorship application online.
Processing and Agreement
- After submission, applications are reviewed and applicants receive an email advising them of the funding decision.
- The application status can be viewed on the Submitted page of the portal.
- Once a funding request is approved, the system generates phases depending on the funding type.
- For Sponsorships, the Funding Agreement / Payment Details Confirmation phase collects payment information so funds can be issued.
- Sponsorships do not require final reporting.
Additional information
- Expressions of Interest for Sponsorships are accepted throughout the year.
- A GoApply Grant Portal User Guide is available to help applicants navigate the portal.
- Requests for Sponsorships are approved by the Executive Director.
- Decisions cannot be appealed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships Program
What is the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships?
Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships provides up to $10,000 to support industry-related initiatives and community events that advance the real estate sector in Alberta. Eligible support includes real estate-related events, small community projects, and short-term initiatives tied to the Foundation’s priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships program, you must:
Aligns with the Foundation’s mandate.
Meets Board strategic priorities.
Shows broad impact and capacity.
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships?
Industry-related initiatives.
Community events connected to the real estate sector.
Small community projects.
Short-term initiatives that build organizational capacity.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships?
You can contact Alberta Real Estate Foundation by email at sponsorship@aref.ab.ca or by phone at 4032284786.
Where is the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships available?
The Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Real Estate Foundation Sponsorships is a Grant and Funding