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Community Mural Grant
Funding for mural creation and installation
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Funding available
Up to 25% of project cost
Deadline
Closed
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Community Mural Grant offers up to $8,000 each to community leagues, non-profit organizations, and licensed businesses for mural projects. It supports creation and installation costs such as consultations, artist services, paint supplies, anti-graffiti coatings, and community engagement activities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and installation of community murals.
- Mural projects that include community engagement and collaboration.
- Projects focused on equity, inclusion, and diversity under Beyond Belonging.
Documents Needed
- Proposed budget sheet
- Project timeline
- Mural mock-up or thumbnail sketch
- Photo of the mural location
- Property owner permission letter, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Licensed businesses
- Community leagues
Who is not eligible
- Requests that do not merit public support or are mainly personal, private, political, polarizing or commercial in nature.
- Advertising political messages or content deemed offensive or hateful will not be accepted for grant funding.
Eligible expenses
- Artist fees and honoraria, including creative design, production, or consultation
- Consultation fees for Indigenous Elders, community leaders, and project planning
- Wall preparation and painting supplies
- Lifts and equipment rentals for larger murals
- Anti-graffiti coatings and community engagement costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hosting costs for production or project celebration, such as food and beverage costs.
- Ongoing operating expenses for an organization, including software and hardware costs.
- Ongoing salaries for an organization.
- Facility maintenance or repair, including maintenance to an existing mural.
- Expenses incurred prior to application approval.
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton, Alberta
Selection criteria
- Mural vision, timeline, and budget
- Project alignment and scope
- Community engagement and collaboration
- Graffiti vandalism reduction
- Mural preservation plan
How to apply
- Submit your application during the application intake period from March 1 to May 1, 2026.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the intake period closes.
- Applicants are notified by email on May 16, 2026.
- Successful applicants must complete final reporting by November 30, 2026.
- Reimbursement is issued after required follow-up paperwork and proof of payment are submitted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Mural Grant Program
What is the Community Mural Grant?
The Community Mural Grant offers up to $8,000 each to community leagues, non-profit organizations, and licensed businesses for mural projects. It supports creation and installation costs such as consultations, artist services, paint supplies, anti-graffiti coatings, and community engagement activities.
How much funding can be received?
Community Mural Grant Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Mural Grant program?
To be eligible for the Community Mural Grant program, you must:
Non-profit, licensed business, or community league
Visible mural on private property
25% matching contribution required
What expenses are eligible under Community Mural Grant?
Creation and installation of community murals.
Mural projects that include community engagement and collaboration.
Projects focused on equity, inclusion, and diversity under Beyond Belonging.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Mural Grant?
You can contact City of Edmonton by email at capitalcitycleanup@edmonton.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Community Mural Grant available?
The Community Mural Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Mural Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Mural Grant is a Grant and Funding