Open
Granting Requests
Funding for community and healthy-lifestyle initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports community-focused organizations and projects that promote active, healthy lifestyles in the Bow Valley. It is intended for funding requests related to organization missions, community activities, and youth-oriented initiatives.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-building initiatives
- Projects that promote active and healthy lifestyles
- Youth-focused activities
Documents Needed
- Brief introductory letter
- Organization mission or mandate
- Project or activity description
- Explanation of alignment with the Foundation’s vision and mandate
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations
- Organizations promoting active and healthy lifestyles
- Youth-focused organizations
- Not-for-profit sport or recreation associations in the Bow Valley
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the Bow Valley for the True Sport Youth Fund
- Organizations that do not align with the Foundation’s vision and mandate
Eligible geographic areas
- Bow Valley
- Banff
Selection criteria
- Fit with the Foundation’s vision and mandate
- Contribution to an active and vibrant community
- Support for engaged citizenship and healthy lifestyles
- Relevance to youth, where applicable
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the introductory letter
- Describe your organization’s mission and mandate.
- Explain the project or activity you want funding for.
- Show how it aligns with the Foundation’s vision and mandate.
- Step 2: Send the request
- Email the introductory letter to info@Pauwfoundation.com.
- Step 3: Foundation review and follow-up
- The Foundation reviews the letter.
- The team contacts you to learn more about the request.
- Step 4: Selection process
- If the request is a fit, the Foundation guides you through the funding selection process.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit a brief introductory letter to start the request.
- The Foundation reviews the letter and follows up for more information.
- If the request is a fit, the Foundation helps guide the applicant through the selection process.
- Requests may be considered by the Board for further review.
Additional information
- Applications are considered throughout the year.
- A separate True Sport Youth Fund exists for youth sport organizations in the Bow Valley.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Granting Requests Program
What is the Granting Requests?
This program supports community-focused organizations and projects that promote active, healthy lifestyles in the Bow Valley. It is intended for funding requests related to organization missions, community activities, and youth-oriented initiatives.
Who is eligible for the Granting Requests program?
To be eligible for the Granting Requests program, you must:
Organization with a clear mission
Project aligned with the Foundation’s mandate
Community or healthy-lifestyle focus
What expenses are eligible under Granting Requests?
Community-building initiatives
Projects that promote active and healthy lifestyles
Youth-focused activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Granting Requests?
You can contact Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation by email at cgeisler@pauwfoundation.com.
Where is the Granting Requests available?
The Granting Requests program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Granting Requests a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Granting Requests is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Granting Requests?
Granting Requests is funded by Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation