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Community Sustainability Fund
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Supports grassroots sustainability projects in local communities
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Overview
The Community Sustainability Fund offers financial support aimed at grassroots projects that improve environmental sustainability within local communities across Canada and the United States. With a maximum grant of $20,000, the program encourages initiatives such as renewable energy projects, water conservation, community gardens, and ecological education to foster a sustainable future.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Integrate new technologies
Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
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Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Unspecified
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
Activities funded
- Implementing renewable energy systems and related infrastructure.
- Enhancing energy efficiency in community facilities.
- Developing educational programs on climate action and sustainability.
- Creating community gardens and supporting urban agriculture.
- Planting trees and conserving natural areas.
Examples of admissible projects:
Community solar installation to promote renewable energy adoption
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations and grassroots groups in Canada and the US.
- Environmental and local action committees.
- Non-profit entities working within the specified communities.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the eligible communities.
- For-profit companies unless involved in community projects.
- Organizations without formal legal registration or status.
Eligible geographic areas
Alberta, British Columbia, OntarioSelection criteria
- Environmental impact and sustainability benefits of the project.
- Community engagement and participation level.
- Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.
- Potential for long-term benefits and scalability.
- Alignment with the program's environmental objectives.
How to apply
Identify and define a community project aligned with sustainability goals.Prepare a detailed project proposal including objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.Collect supporting documents such as community support letters or environmental assessments.Submit the application through the designated portal or process once available.Await notification of the decision and, if successful, sign funding agreement and commence project implementation.
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