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Nickle Family Foundation Grants
Support for Calgary charitable organizations
Latest source updateLast Update: July 23, 2026Latest change: The How to Apply page now shows a September 2026 application window and later decision date, and the Areas of Interest section is no longer shown in the updated content.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 23, 2026
Latest change: The How to Apply page now shows a September 2026 application window and later decision date, and the Areas of Interest section is no longer shown in the updated content.
Grant schedule updated
The How to Apply for a Grant page now shows Applications Open on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, a deadline of Wednesday, September 30, 2026, and a decision date of Monday November 30, 2026, replacing the earlier March 2026 schedule. The Areas of Interest section is no longer shown in the updated content, so the stated grant targets are less explicit on the page. The Contact Us page also changed its form field labeling and removed CAPTCHA, while the mailing address and phone number remain the same.
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 20,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Nickle Family Foundation supports charitable organizations in Calgary and area through grants for community impact locally. It funds animal rescues and shelters, wildlife rehabilitation and environmental conservation, and youth mental and physical health or education.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Calgary
- 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
- Animal rescues and shelters
- Wildlife rehabilitation and environmental conservation
- 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, New Canadians, people with diverse abilities, and other underserved communities
- Youth mental and physical health
- Education
Documents Needed
- Official name and working name of the organization
- Canada Revenue Agency charitable registration number for the organization
- Background about your organization
- The grant amount requested
- A clear outline of how the grant will be used and its anticipated impact, plus the organization's most recent financials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with Canada Revenue Agency charitable registration
- Agencies providing services to people living in the Calgary region
- Calgary-based charities providing services elsewhere
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Conferences
- Research
Selection criteria
- Applications from organizations that received a grant within the last 3-4 years are given lower priority.
How to apply
- Prepare your application and include all required documentation.
- Submit your application online through the online application portal.
Processing and Agreement
- You will receive a confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted.
- If additional information is required, a representative will contact you.
- Please ensure that your contact information is accurate and up-to-date.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nickle Family Foundation Grants Program
What is the Nickle Family Foundation Grants?
Nickle Family Foundation supports charitable organizations in Calgary and area through grants for community impact locally. It funds animal rescues and shelters, wildlife rehabilitation and environmental conservation, and youth mental and physical health or education.
How much funding can be received?
Nickle Family Foundation Grants Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Nickle Family Foundation Grants program?
To be eligible for the Nickle Family Foundation Grants program, you must:
Organizations must have Canada Revenue Agency charitable registration.
The foundation focuses on Calgary and area.
It supports agencies serving people in the Calgary region and may consider Calgary-based charities serving elsewhere.
What expenses are eligible under Nickle Family Foundation Grants?
Animal rescues and shelters
Wildlife rehabilitation and environmental conservation
2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, New Canadians, people with diverse abilities, and other underserved communities
Youth mental and physical health
Education
Who can I contact for more information about the Nickle Family Foundation Grants?
You can contact Nickle Family Foundation (NFF) or by phone at 403-244-4237.
Where is the Nickle Family Foundation Grants available?
The Nickle Family Foundation Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Nickle Family Foundation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nickle Family Foundation Grants is a Grant and Funding