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Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program
Funding for youth-focused community initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 1, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Calgary Flames Foundation supports programs that help kids play and prosper, with a focus on health and wellness, education, and grassroots sports. Funding is available for youth-focused charitable initiatives, with donations of up to $100,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Sports
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community programs supporting youth
- Health and wellness initiatives
- Education programs
- Grassroots sports projects
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Official donation letter
- AGLC form, if required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Youth-serving community organizations in Southern Alberta
Who is not eligible
- Non-registered charities
- Families and individuals
- Organizations seeking event sponsorships
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Event sponsorships
- Requests for families or individuals
- Donation requests for game tickets
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Alberta
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to programs that promote sport, movement, activity, and play for youth.
- Projects aligned with health and wellness, education, or grassroots sports are favored.
- The scope and scale of the project or program are considered in funding decisions.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review eligibility
- Confirm that the organization is a CRA-registered charity operating in Southern Alberta.
- Check that the project fits the program’s focus areas.
- Step 2: Prepare the request
- Complete the grant application form.
- Gather any supporting documents required for the request.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed application through the Foundation’s application process.
- Step 4: Follow up if needed
- Contact the Foundation directly for requests above $100,000.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis.
- Successful applicants are notified by June 1.
- Approved organizations may need to complete an AGLC form.
- Submitting a request does not guarantee funding.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis.
- Applicants may request up to $100,000.
- Requests above $100,000 require direct contact with the Foundation.
- Successful applicants are notified by June 1.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program Program
What is the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program?
The Calgary Flames Foundation supports programs that help kids play and prosper, with a focus on health and wellness, education, and grassroots sports. Funding is available for youth-focused charitable initiatives, with donations of up to $100,000.
How much funding can be received?
Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program program, you must:
CRA-registered charity
Operating in Southern Alberta
Youth-focused community initiative
What expenses are eligible under Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program?
Community programs supporting youth
Health and wellness initiatives
Education programs
Grassroots sports projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program?
You can contact Flames Foundation for Life by email at flamesfoundation@calgaryflames.com.
Where is the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program available?
The Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Calgary Flames Foundation - Community Grant Program is a Grant and Funding