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Non-Profit Organizations Grant
Support for local nonprofit community initiatives
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
June 14, 2026
Location
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Grants to Organizations supports local non-profit organizations and Affordable Housing providers in Fort Saskatchewan. It funds operating costs, event costs, staffing, in-kind support, and eligible programs that strengthen community well-being, recreation, culture, environmental stewardship, and social support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Fort Saskatchewan
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- operating programs or events that support social support, housing stability, community development, culture, recreation, or environmental stewardship
- community events
- Arts, Culture and Heritage programs or events
- Environmental Stewardship programs or events
- Recreation programs or events
Documents Needed
- Certificate of Incorporation, if first time applying
- AGM minutes from previous year
- Financial statements for the most recently completed financial year for applications under $49,999
- Externally audited financial statements for the most recently completed financial year for applications over $50,000
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Affordable Housing providers
Who is not eligible
- Organizations whose primary purpose is to provide funding to other organizations, community groups, or projects
- Organizations whose primary purpose is to support professional associations or colleges
- Organizations whose primary purpose is to earn profits for itself, its shareholders, or its members
- Non-profit organizations that have overdue or incomplete accounting/reporting relating to any grant previously awarded by the City
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- materials and supplies
- costs of services and equipment
- research and documentation
- outreach and engagement activities
- salary or wage costs specifically related to the program or project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- expenditures incurred to support private or commercial sector projects or programs
- capital or facility improvements
- equipment and furnishings
- events or programs outside of the City
- retroactive expenditures incurred prior to application submission date
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to applications that best meet the stated criteria.
- Applications are assessed on the organization’s ability to execute the program or event, including background history, financial stability, operational history, community support, and capacity to complete the project.
- Applications are assessed on access to additional funding, a detailed budget, and explanation of costs.
- Applications are assessed on demonstrated community need, community involvement, expected community and economic benefit, and the ability to meet changing needs.
- Applications are assessed on project readiness, available human and financial resources, grant funding availability, and ability to complete the program or event with partial funding.
How to apply
- Complete the application form and include all required supporting documents.
- Email the application to communitygrants@fortsask.ca or mail it to City of Fort Saskatchewan Director of FCSS, 10005 - 102 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta T8L 2C5.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City administration for completeness and eligibility.
- Accepted applications are forwarded to Council for consideration.
- Grant decisions are made by Council during the annual budget process.
- Successful applicants must enter into a Funding Agreement before grant funds are released.
- Approved recipients must submit the Final Report and financial reporting by March 31st of the following year.
Additional information
- The Grants to Organizations application process is open annually from May 1 to June 15.
- Grants of $10,000.00 or less are paid as a one-time payment.
- Grant amounts of greater than $10,000.00 are paid in quarterly installments, unless otherwise negotiated.
- Final financial reporting is due by March 31st of the following year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Non-Profit Organizations Grant Program
What is the Non-Profit Organizations Grant?
Grants to Organizations supports local non-profit organizations and Affordable Housing providers in Fort Saskatchewan. It funds operating costs, event costs, staffing, in-kind support, and eligible programs that strengthen community well-being, recreation, culture, environmental stewardship, and social support.
Who is eligible for the Non-Profit Organizations Grant program?
To be eligible for the Non-Profit Organizations Grant program, you must:
The applicant must be in good standing with the Province of Alberta Societies or Housing Act.
The applicant must be a non-profit organization or an Affordable Housing provider.
Non-resident non-profit organizations may be considered if the initiative directly benefits Fort Saskatchewan residents.
What expenses are eligible under Non-Profit Organizations Grant?
operating programs or events that support social support, housing stability, community development, culture, recreation, or environmental stewardship
community events
Arts, Culture and Heritage programs or events
Environmental Stewardship programs or events
Recreation programs or events
Who can I contact for more information about the Non-Profit Organizations Grant?
You can contact City of Fort Saskatchewan by email at communitygrants@fortsask.ca or by phone at 780-992-6206.
Where is the Non-Profit Organizations Grant available?
The Non-Profit Organizations Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Non-Profit Organizations Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Non-Profit Organizations Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Non-Profit Organizations Grant?
Non-Profit Organizations Grant is funded by City of Fort Saskatchewan