
Closed
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2024
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Funding of up to $10,000 supports teams in Calgary to start or expand community projects that improve quality of life. Activities must align with program themes and can be selected from a ChangeX portfolio or submitted as an existing project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Calgary
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new community project selected from the ChangeX portfolio of available ideas.
- Expanding an existing community project that meets program criteria.
- Community initiatives aligned with STEM/STEAM education.
- Community initiatives aligned with environmental stewardship and sustainability.
- Community initiatives aligned with inclusion, diversity and equity (including Truth and Reconciliation (Indigenous)), homelessness and food insecurity, or health and well-being.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Existing community groups based in Calgary or surrounding areas
- Individuals based in Calgary or surrounding areas (once they form a team)
- Registered charities in Canada (required for requests over $6,000)
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary, Alberta
- Surrounding areas of Calgary
Processing and Agreement
- ChangeX assesses the applicant’s commitment and ability through completion of a 30 Day Challenge on the platform.
- After the challenge is successfully completed, funding and support materials may be provided to help start or expand the project.
- An additional funding installment may be provided after the project’s community impact is demonstrated.
Additional information
- Projects should be managed in an inclusive and welcoming manner.
- Any events organized as part of the project should comply with relevant public health guidance.
- Support includes information guides and other support to help deliver the project.
- Applicants may receive a further funding installment after demonstrating community impact.
Frequently Asked Questions about the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund. 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 AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund?
Funding of up to $10,000 supports teams in Calgary to start or expand community projects that improve quality of life. Activities must align with program themes and can be selected from a ChangeX portfolio or submitted as an existing project.
How much funding can be received?
AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund program?
To be eligible for the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund program, you must:
Based in Calgary area
Team of individuals or existing group
Aligns with program themes
What expenses are eligible under AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund?
Starting a new community project selected from the ChangeX portfolio of available ideas.
Expanding an existing community project that meets program criteria.
Community initiatives aligned with STEM/STEAM education.
Community initiatives aligned with environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Community initiatives aligned with inclusion, diversity and equity (including Truth and Reconciliation (Indigenous)), homelessness and food insecurity, or health and well-being.
Where is the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund available?
The AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund?
AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund is funded by ChangeX
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