Major Donations Program

• The request must come from an agency supporting community needs such as children’s programs, youth at risk, poverty reduction, adult literacy, seniors’ assistance, or similar needs.
• The proposal must describe a strong partnership with the applicant.
• The proposal must describe a new service or an expansion of an existing service.
• The project must address a community need in a manner consistent with Rotary objectives.

Who is eligible?

• Calgary community agencies supporting children’s programs
• Organizations serving youth at risk
• Agencies focused on poverty reduction
• Organizations delivering adult literacy services
• Organizations providing seniors’ assistance

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

• Calgary (community agencies)

• Demonstrated strong partnership with the applicant.
• Introduces a new service or builds on an existing service.
• Addresses a community need.
• Consistency with Rotary objectives.

• Determine whether the request fits Major Donations (over $10,000) or Small Donations (up to $10,000).

• For Major Donations, download the application form from the funder website.
• Prepare the information required in the application, including details about the organization and proposed project.

• For Major Donations, submit the completed application form as instructed on the funder website.
• For Small Donations, email information on your organization and the project to the Small Donations Committee.

• Requests for financial assistance are gathered and reviewed by a committee.
• The program supports initiatives that respond to community needs and are consistent with Rotary objectives.
• Funding streams are separated into Major Donations and Small Donations.