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Community Support Fund
Funding for Indigenous-led community initiatives
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 per year to support Indigenous-led initiatives. It funds projects that reduce violence, increase safety, and strengthen the economic security of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
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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 : 200,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiatives that reduce or prevent violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
- Initiatives that increase safety for Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
- Initiatives that improve the economic security of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Date and signature
- Description of proposed activities
- Expected outcomes and performance measures
- Detailed project timeline
- Detailed budget
- Letters of partnership or support, if required
- Proof of signing authority, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations
- Métis organizations and settlements
- Other incorporated Indigenous communities and organizations
- Municipal governments working with Indigenous partners
- Non-Indigenous organizations working with Indigenous partners
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Applicants with outstanding deliverables for Indigenous Relations grants
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before funding approval.
- Services normally provided free of charge.
- Existing staff salaries or wages.
- Capital expenditures.
- Out-of-province travel and expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for completeness.
- Incomplete applications may require additional information.
- Applications are then fully assessed for eligibility and suitability.
- Applicants receive a written final decision by email or mail.
- Approved applicants must sign a grant contribution agreement.
Additional information
- The 2026-27 intake opens in spring 2026.
- Applicants may submit up to two proposals per funding cycle.
- Successful applicants must sign a grant contribution agreement.
- Recipients must submit a final report and financial statement(s).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Support Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Support 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 Support Fund?
This program provides up to $200,000 per year to support Indigenous-led initiatives. It funds projects that reduce violence, increase safety, and strengthen the economic security of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
How much funding can be received?
Community Support Fund Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Support Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Support Fund program, you must:
Indigenous-led initiative
Addresses violence, safety or economic security
Shows organizational capacity
What expenses are eligible under Community Support Fund?
Initiatives that reduce or prevent violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
Initiatives that increase safety for Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
Initiatives that improve the economic security of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Support Fund?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at communitysupportfund@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Community Support Fund available?
The Community Support Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Support Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Support Fund is a Grant and Funding