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Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants
Supports community priorities in Southeastern Alberta
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
September 2, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply
Qualified donees, including registered charities, municipalities, and school divisions
See full eligibility
Overview
Community Grants provides up to $25,000 to qualified donees and eligible nonprofit applicants serving Southeastern Alberta for projects addressing local needs. Supported initiatives align with current priorities such as work and economy, connection and belonging, and basic needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Workforce development, job training, and economic resilience initiatives.
- Programs that support inclusion, community engagement, and mental well-being.
- Initiatives addressing basic needs (food security, housing stability, physical and mental health services).
- Rural initiatives improving healthcare access (e.g., mobile clinics, outreach).
- Rural initiatives addressing housing availability and reducing social isolation.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified donees, including registered charities, municipalities, and school divisions
- Non-profit organizations that partner with a qualified donee
- Registered non-profit societies in Alberta that are in good standing for 5+ years
- Organizations that provide services in Southeastern Alberta
Eligible expenses
- Equipment-based project costs under $10,000
- Playgrounds and recreation structures under $2,500
- Project-related administrative expenses up to 10% of the total grant requested, such as supervisor wages, rent, or travel
- Operational costs directly related to project delivery, including essential staffing for successful implementation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core administrative expenses, political or religious activities, debt repayment, endowments, and retroactive costs
- Large capital campaigns, including new construction, expansions, renovations, or equipment over $10,000
- Requests exceeding $25,000
- Fundraising events, campaigns, or sponsorships
- Projects outside of Southeastern Alberta
Eligible geographic areas
- Southeastern Alberta
Selection criteria
- Alignment with current granting priorities
- Responsiveness to emerging, not ongoing, needs
- Breadth and depth of community impact
- Preference for local organizations serving Southeastern Alberta
How to apply
- Submit a Phase I Letter of Intent (LOI) with a brief project summary, outcomes, community impact, and partnerships at least 10 business days before the application deadline.
- If invited, complete the Phase II full application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by CFSEA’s Grants Committee and regional Community Fund Advisory Committees, with recommendations made to the Board of Directors.
- Decisions are finalized within two months of the application deadline, and applicants are notified after Board approval, first by phone and then by email.
- Additional information, site visits, or interviews may be requested for Phase II applications.
- Successful applicants must sign a Grant Agreement before receiving funds, and grant disbursements occur in June and November.
- Final reports must be submitted within 18 months through the online Grant Portal; late or incomplete reports may affect future funding eligibility.
Additional information
- Grants are funded through CFSEA’s Community Fund, with investment income distributed through a twice-yearly, application-based process.
- Current granting priorities are informed by the Community Foundation’s Vital Signs program.
- Applicants facing barriers related to technology, language, or accessibility can request technical support and oral or virtual applications.
- In the event of an emergent need for funding, grant applications may be requested from the Grants Committee and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants Program
What is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants?
Community Grants provides up to $25,000 to qualified donees and eligible nonprofit applicants serving Southeastern Alberta for projects addressing local needs. Supported initiatives align with current priorities such as work and economy, connection and belonging, and basic needs.
How much funding can be received?
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants program, you must:
Be a qualified donee or a non-profit partnering with a qualified donee
Provide services in Southeastern Alberta
Alberta non-profit societies must be in good standing for 5+ years
What expenses are eligible under Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants?
Workforce development, job training, and economic resilience initiatives.
Programs that support inclusion, community engagement, and mental well-being.
Initiatives addressing basic needs (food security, housing stability, physical and mental health services).
Rural initiatives improving healthcare access (e.g., mobile clinics, outreach).
Rural initiatives addressing housing availability and reducing social isolation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants?
You can contact Community Foundation of Medicine Hat and Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) by email at grants@cfsea.ca or by phone at 4035279038.
Where is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants available?
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants is a Grant and Funding