Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Community support funding for events, healthy living initiatives, and special projects in or near Athabasca County. Maximum funding ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 depending on the project type.
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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 : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
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
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Significant local, regional, provincial, national, or international events.
- Healthy living strategies, programs, and activities.
- Special projects that benefit the County.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Budget form
- Final reporting form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit community groups
- Teams, organizations, and associations
Eligible geographic areas
- Within or near Athabasca County
Selection criteria
- Community impact and contribution to local well-being.
- Preference for projects that support economic development.
- Preference for local projects.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program requirements
- Confirm that the organization and project fit the program focus.
- Check the relevant funding category and deadline.
- Step 2: Complete the application package
- Fill out the application form.
- Prepare the budget form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed forms by the applicable quarterly deadline.
- Step 4: Complete reporting if funded
- Use the final reporting form after the project is finished.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after each quarterly deadline.
- Funding decisions are based on the submitted application and project type.
- Applicants may need to complete final reporting after the project.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted four times per year.
- Preference may be given to projects that support economic development.
- Preference may be given to local projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Event Grant Program
What is the Community Event Grant?
Community support funding for events, healthy living initiatives, and special projects in or near Athabasca County. Maximum funding ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 depending on the project type.
How much funding can be received?
Community Event Grant Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Event Grant program?
To be eligible for the Community Event Grant program, you must:
Not-for-profit community group
Within or near Athabasca County
Community benefit required
What expenses are eligible under Community Event Grant?
Significant local, regional, provincial, national, or international events.
Healthy living strategies, programs, and activities.
Special projects that benefit the County.
Where is the Community Event Grant available?
The Community Event Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Community Event Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Event Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Event Grant?
Community Event Grant is funded by Athabasca County