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Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants
Supports community priorities in Southeastern Alberta
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $25,000 to support community-focused initiatives in Southeastern Alberta. Funding targets priorities such as workforce development, inclusion and belonging, basic needs, and (in rural areas) healthcare access, housing availability, and reducing social isolation.
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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 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 2, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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
- All dimensions
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.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local charities serving Southeastern Alberta
- Local non-profit organizations serving Southeastern Alberta
- Qualified donees
- Registered non-profit societies in Alberta (in good standing)
Eligible expenses
- Equipment purchases (for equipment-based projects)
- Playgrounds and recreation structures
Eligible geographic areas
- Southeastern Alberta
- Alberta (for registered non-profit societies applying under the program rules)
Processing and Agreement
- Grant decisions are finalized within two (2) months of the application deadline.
- Project eligibility is reviewed after the Letter of Intent (LOI) before an invitation to submit a full application.
Additional information
- Funded through the Community Fund’s investment income, supported by donors.
- Two granting cycles per year (Spring and Fall).
- If a deadline falls on a weekend, applications are due by noon the following Monday.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants. 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.
What is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants?
Provides up to $25,000 to support community-focused initiatives in Southeastern Alberta. Funding targets priorities such as workforce development, inclusion and belonging, basic needs, and (in rural areas) healthcare access, housing availability, and reducing social isolation.
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:
Qualified donee applicants
Serve Southeastern Alberta communities
Alberta non-profit society (5+ years, good standing)
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.
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
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