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Nickle Family Foundation Grants
Support for Calgary charitable organizations
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Nickle Family Foundation Grants support charitable organizations in Calgary and area, with a 2026 focus on animals and the environment, inclusion, and youth. Funding may support animal rescues, wildlife rehabilitation, environmental conservation, community inclusion, youth mental and physical health, and education.
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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
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
- Animal rescues and shelters
- Wildlife rehabilitation
- Environmental conservation
- Youth mental and physical health
- Education
Documents Needed
- Official and working names
- CRA charitable registration number
- Organization background
- Requested amount
- Most recent financials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Conferences
- Research
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary and area
Selection criteria
- Projects with measurable impact
- Projects where the foundation's contribution is critical to the applicant's success
How to apply
1
Check eligibility criteria
- Review the foundation’s eligibility criteria for charitable organizations in Calgary and area
- Confirm that your organization holds Canada Revenue Agency charitable registration
- Check whether your work aligns with the 2026 priorities: animals and the environment, inclusion, or youth
2
Prepare application details
- Prepare the information required for the online application
- Include your official and working names, CRA charitable registration number, and organization background
- State the requested amount, a clear outline of use and impact, and your most recent financial statements
3
Submit online application
- Submit the application online during the intake period
- Note that the 2026 application window opened on March 2, 2026 and closed on March 31, 2026
- Use the foundation’s contact number if clarification is needed: 403-244-4237
4
Await decision
- Wait for the foundation’s decision after submission
- For the 2026 intake, decisions were announced on April 30, 2026
Processing and Agreement
- Decisions were announced on April 30, 2026.
Additional information
- The 2026 application period opened on March 2, 2026 and closed on March 31, 2026.
- Decisions were announced on April 30, 2026.
- Applicants submit online.
- Contact phone: 403-244-4237.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nickle Family Foundation Grants Program
What is the Nickle Family Foundation Grants?
Nickle Family Foundation Grants support charitable organizations in Calgary and area, with a 2026 focus on animals and the environment, inclusion, and youth. Funding may support animal rescues, wildlife rehabilitation, environmental conservation, community inclusion, youth mental and physical health, and 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:
The applicant must have Canada Revenue Agency charitable registration.
The applicant must be a charitable organization connected to Calgary and area.
What expenses are eligible under Nickle Family Foundation Grants?
Animal rescues and shelters
Wildlife rehabilitation
Environmental conservation
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 undefined