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Building Communities Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Building Communities Grant Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Building Communities Grant program?

To be eligible for the Building Communities Grant program, you must: Active Project Support Program account Registered non-profit society Located in Calgary

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Building Communities Grant?

You can contact Parks Foundation Calgary (PFC) by email at programs@parksfdn.com.

Q: Where is the Building Communities Grant available?

The Building Communities Grant program is available the province of Alberta.

Q: Is the Building Communities Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Building Communities Grant is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Supports community-led park and playground development

Grant and Funding

Parks Foundation Calgary (PFC)

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Contact

Overview

The program provides up to $50,000 to support capital costs for community-led park or playground development within Calgary. Eligible activities include creating or improving playgrounds, fitness parks, natural play spaces, park revitalization, outdoor classrooms, and community hubs.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : May 1, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

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

Economic, Social and Community Development
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

General public
Children & youth

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Municipal

Activities funded

Traditional playground development or improvement
Fitness park development
Natural playground development
Park revitalization projects
Outdoor classroom development
Community hub development within a park setting

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 49,650

Natural playground upgrade with accessible paths, seating, and native landscaping

$ 49,980

Outdoor classroom and fitness nodes with lighting and shade improvements

Documents Needed

Certificate of Incorporation (proof of non-profit society registration).

Eligibility

Have an active Project Support Program project account (application required).
Be registered as a non-profit society and hold a Certificate of Incorporation.
Have objectives relating to parks, community spaces, or playgrounds.
Be located within The City of Calgary municipal boundaries.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations (registered non-profit societies)
Educational institutions
Societies and community groups

Eligible expenses

Capital costs for a community-led park or playground project

Eligible geographic areas

The City of Calgary municipal boundaries (Calgary, Alberta)

How to apply

Step 1: Project Support Program registration

Apply to the Project Support Program to obtain an active project account.

Step 2: Prepare application package

Complete the application.
Prepare one hard-copy version.
Prepare one complete electronic file and consolidate all application files into one merged PDF.

Step 3: Submit electronic application

Email the electronic application file.
Use the subject line: “Building Communities Grant - <PROJECT NAME>”.

Step 4: Submit hard-copy application

Drop off or mail the hard-copy application to: Building Communities Grant Program, Parks Foundation Calgary, 225-13th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1N8.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed through an assessment process that may take up to 12 weeks.

Additional information

Ongoing support is provided throughout the duration of each project.
The review process may take up to 12 weeks.

Contacts

programs@parksfdn.com

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Communities Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building Communities 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.