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Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants
Funding for community-enhancing local projects
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Drayton Valley, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants support community projects in Drayton Valley and area. The program helps local organizations deliver initiatives that strengthen community capacity, cooperation, volunteer participation, and more efficient use of resources. Eligible costs include salaries and benefits, professional fees, capital purchases, and other project expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Drayton Valley
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community projects that enhance Drayton Valley.
- Projects that strengthen community capacity and self-reliance.
- Projects that promote cooperation, volunteer participation, and better use of community resources.
- Projects that develop needed community facilities.
Documents Needed
- List of board directors and officers or school administration list.
- Most recent reviewed financial statements.
- Current year income and expense budget or donations list for schools.
- Detailed project budget with at least two quotations for capital acquisitions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations and schools.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Organizations seeking support for endowment funds.
- Organizations running political activities.
- Organizations carrying out direct religious activities.
- Organizations requesting annual fundraising support or ongoing administration costs.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits.
- Professional fees and honoraria.
- Capital purchases.
- Other project expenses included in the project budget.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individuals.
- Endowment funds.
- Political activities.
- Direct religious activities.
- Annual fundraising campaigns.
- Ongoing administration expenses.
- Capital deficits.
Eligible geographic areas
- Drayton Valley.
Selection criteria
- Benefit to the whole community.
- Innovation that strengthens community capacity.
- Efficient use of community resources.
- New approaches to solving community problems.
- Cooperation, shared services, volunteer participation, and stronger management.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the Executive Director
- Speak with the Executive Director before completing the application.
- Get help confirming eligibility and understanding the process.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the online grant application form.
- If needed, use the fillable PDF application and email it with attachments.
- Step 3: Prepare attachments
- Include all required supporting documents.
- Upload the documents with the online application or email them with the PDF form.
- Step 4: Submit by the deadline
- Submit the application through the online portal if possible.
- Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Granting Committee only after all required attachments are included.
- Incomplete applications are not submitted for review.
- Applicants may be asked to provide receipts or project documents after signing.
Additional information
- Applicants are encouraged to speak with the Executive Director before applying.
- Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
- Online submission is preferred, but a fillable PDF may be emailed if needed.
- Supporting documents must be uploaded with the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants Program
What is the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants?
Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants support community projects in Drayton Valley and area. The program helps local organizations deliver initiatives that strengthen community capacity, cooperation, volunteer participation, and more efficient use of resources. Eligible costs include salaries and benefits, professional fees, capital purchases, and other project expenses.
Who is eligible for the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants program?
To be eligible for the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants program, you must:
Community-benefit project.
Required documents included.
Authorized digital signature.
What expenses are eligible under Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants?
Community projects that enhance Drayton Valley.
Projects that strengthen community capacity and self-reliance.
Projects that promote cooperation, volunteer participation, and better use of community resources.
Projects that develop needed community facilities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants?
You can contact Drayton Valley Community Foundation by email at ed@dvcf.org or by phone at 5874640400.
Where is the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants available?
The Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants?
Drayton Valley Community Foundation Grants is funded by Drayton Valley Community Foundation