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Community Support Fund
Supports Indigenous-led community safety initiatives
Latest source updateLast Update: May 18, 2026Latest change: The Community Support Fund page now shows a May 15 to July 15, 2026 intake window and a new application form link.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 18, 2026
Latest change: The Community Support Fund page now shows a May 15 to July 15, 2026 intake window and a new application form link.
Community Support Fund dates and application form updated
The Community Support Fund page now lists a specific 2026 intake window, opening May 15, 2026 and closing July 15, 2026, instead of only noting that the next intake would open in spring 2026. The application form link has also changed to a new form URL, and the linked 2026-2027 guideline resource has been refreshed and labeled as the current version while the 2025-2026 guideline is marked superseded.
Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened June 20, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Community Support Fund supports Indigenous-led projects in Alberta that improve safety, reduce violence, and strengthen economic security for Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people. Eligible initiatives may include awareness-raising, community partnerships, healing and wellness, safety planning, and strategies to build leadership and economic independence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects or initiatives that address violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people
- Projects or initiatives that increase safety of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people
- Projects or initiatives that increase economic security of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people
Documents Needed
- A completed and signed application form
- A detailed budget
- Letters of partnership and support, if required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations
- Metis Settlements and Metis Settlements General Council
- Métis Nation of Alberta
- Aseniwuche Winewak Nation
- Other incorporated Indigenous communities and organizations
- Municipal governments and non-Indigenous organizations working in partnership with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities where the initiative primarily benefits Indigenous people
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before program funding was approved
- Payments for services that would normally be provided without charge
- Existing staff salaries or wages
- Corporate or business projects intended to make a profit
- Capital expenditures, including fixed assets such as land, buildings, and equipment
- Out-of-province travel and expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- The project or initiative must address the needs of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people.
- The project or initiative must be Indigenous-led and, where appropriate, distinctions-based.
- The project or initiative must identify actions and performance measures to demonstrate how CSF outcomes will be achieved.
- The application must demonstrate organizational capacity, sustainability, and community accountability.
How to apply
- Read the guidelines.
- Fill out and sign the application form.
- Submit the application package by email or mail.
Processing and Agreement
- Indigenous Relations conducts a preliminary assessment to ensure the application is complete.
- If the application is incomplete, more information may be requested.
- A full assessment is completed to confirm eligibility and suitability for CSF funding.
- Written notice of the final decision is sent by email or mail.
- After approval, a grant contribution agreement is entered into with the successful applicant.
- Successful applicants must submit a Final Report and a Financial Statement, and multi-year grants require Interim Report(s) before the next payment.
Additional information
- The 2025-26 application intake is now closed.
- The 2026-27 funding intake will open in spring 2026.
- Applicants may contact program staff to discuss proposals and receive feedback before submission.
- Successful recipients may use the Alberta signature logo to recognize Alberta’s funding contribution.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Support Fund Program
What is the Community Support Fund?
Community Support Fund supports Indigenous-led projects in Alberta that improve safety, reduce violence, and strengthen economic security for Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people. Eligible initiatives may include awareness-raising, community partnerships, healing and wellness, safety planning, and strategies to build leadership and economic independence.
How much funding can be received?
Community Support Fund Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Support Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Support Fund program, you must:
The project or initiative must be Indigenous-led.
The applicant must demonstrate organizational capacity and sustainability.
Non-Indigenous entities or communities must meet the Indigenous-led partnership requirement.
What expenses are eligible under Community Support Fund?
Projects or initiatives that address violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people
Projects or initiatives that increase safety of Indigenous women, girls and 2S+ people
Projects or initiatives that increase 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