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Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund
Funding for Red Deer arts and culture projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The Community Culture Development Fund now says the 2026 Opportunities budget is fully allocated and no further applications will be accepted this year.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The Community Culture Development Fund now says the 2026 Opportunities budget is fully allocated and no further applications will be accepted this year.
CCDF Opportunities Stream Closed for 2026
The Community Culture Development Fund page now says the 2026 Opportunities budget is fully allocated and no further applications will be accepted in 2026. This is a major intake-status change for the ongoing Opportunities stream, which previously said applications could be submitted at any time with no deadline and decisions were made within 4 weeks. The page also adds a new 2023-2025 funding cycle report under Annual Reports. The published funding amount for Opportunities remains up to $3,000.
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
September 29, 2025
Opened August 18, 2025
Location
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Community Culture Development Fund supports not-for-profit organizations delivering arts, culture, and heritage initiatives in Red Deer. It funds culture development and culture opportunities projects, with maximum support of $30,000 per year or $3,000 per application.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Red Deer
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new cultural programs and services
- Delivery of arts, culture, and heritage projects
- Production of community-based special events or festivals
- Capacity-building and training activities for cultural service providers
- One-time or pilot cultural events and emergency project responses
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Project budget form
- Proof of filing from Alberta Corporate Registry
- Most recent financial statements
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered not-for-profit organizations
- Organizations delivering arts, culture, or heritage initiatives
- Organizations based in or serving Red Deer
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations primarily focused on fundraising
- Organizations focused on religious instruction
- Organizations focused on political advocacy
Eligible expenses
- Project delivery expenses
- Training and capacity-building costs
- Specialized equipment needed for cultural activities
- Administration and overhead costs, within limits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising projects or seed money for fundraising
- Religious instruction or political advocacy
- Major structures, renovations, office equipment, and furniture
- City-charged event costs such as facility rentals or street closures
- Expenses not directly related to the project
Eligible geographic areas
- Red Deer, Alberta
Selection criteria
- Alignment with CCDF outcomes
- Organizational capacity to deliver the project
- Project feasibility and planning
- Realistic budget and use of leveraged support
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Review the application guide.
- Complete the required forms and budget.
- Gather supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the application by email, mail/courier, or hand-delivery.
- Ensure the submission is complete and signed where required.
- Step 3: Confirm receipt
- Check that the application was received by Culture Services.
- Follow up if needed to confirm submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and may take up to 4 weeks for the Culture Opportunities Category.
- Eligible applications are assessed by a review committee.
- Successful applicants must sign an agreement before funds are released.
- Reporting is required during and after the funding period.
Additional information
- The annual budget has been fully allocated to community projects.
- No further applications will be accepted in 2026.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund Program
What is the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund?
The Community Culture Development Fund supports not-for-profit organizations delivering arts, culture, and heritage initiatives in Red Deer. It funds culture development and culture opportunities projects, with maximum support of $30,000 per year or $3,000 per application.
How much funding can be received?
Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 29, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund program, you must:
Registered not-for-profit organization
Project aligns with at least one CCDF outcome
Organization in good standing with the City of Red Deer
What expenses are eligible under Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund?
Development of new cultural programs and services
Delivery of arts, culture, and heritage projects
Production of community-based special events or festivals
Capacity-building and training activities for cultural service providers
One-time or pilot cultural events and emergency project responses
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund?
You can contact City of Red Deer by email at CultureMailbox@reddeer.ca or by phone at 403-406-8820.
Where is the Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund available?
The Community Culture Grants - Community Culture Development Fund program is available the province of Alberta.