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Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund
Community funding for local initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 35,760
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2025
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports community grants for local initiatives in Special Area 2, the Town of Hanna, and the Village of Youngstown. It funds capital, operating, program, and special one-time costs aligned with priorities such as First Nations and Métis, local communities, environment, youth and education, and health and wellness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,760 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 28, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community initiatives for First Nations and Métis people.
- Local community events, facilities, programs, and organizations.
- Environmental stewardship and education projects.
- Youth education, recreation, leadership, and safety initiatives.
- Health and wellness programs supporting families and communities.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form.
- Declaration of Affiliation, if applicable.
- Budget template or project budget.
- Final report information from previous WestMET grants, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities.
- Municipalities.
- School divisions.
- Non-profit organizations partnering with a qualified donee.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without a presence in Special Area 2, the Town of Hanna, or the Village of Youngstown.
- Groups that do not partner with a qualified donee, when required.
- Applicants with outstanding final reports from previous WestMET Community Grant cycles.
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs.
- Operating costs.
- Program costs.
- Special one-time costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core administrative expenses.
- Political activities.
- Religious activities.
- Debt repayment.
- Endowments and retroactive costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Special Area No. 2
- Town of Hanna
- Village of Youngstown
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an Advisory Committee.
- Eligible applications are forwarded with recommendations to the Board of Directors.
- Applicants are notified after Board approval, usually within two months of the deadline.
- Successful applicants must sign a Grant Agreement before funds are released.
- Final reports are required through the online Grant Portal within 12 months.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the Community Foundation’s online Grant Portal.
- Technical support is available for applicants unfamiliar with the portal.
- Oral or virtual applications may be accommodated upon request.
- Successful applicants must acknowledge the WestMET Community Fund publicly.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund. 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 - WestMET Community Grant Fund?
This program supports community grants for local initiatives in Special Area 2, the Town of Hanna, and the Village of Youngstown. It funds capital, operating, program, and special one-time costs aligned with priorities such as First Nations and Métis, local communities, environment, youth and education, and health and wellness.
How much funding can be received?
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund Funds up to $35,760 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund program, you must:
Serve Special Area 2, Hanna, or Youngstown.
Be a charity, municipality, school division, or nonprofit.
No outstanding final reports.
What expenses are eligible under Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund?
Community initiatives for First Nations and Métis people.
Local community events, facilities, programs, and organizations.
Environmental stewardship and education projects.
Youth education, recreation, leadership, and safety initiatives.
Health and wellness programs supporting families and communities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund?
You can contact Community Foundation of Medicine Hat and Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA).
Where is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund available?
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - WestMET Community Grant Fund is a Grant and Funding