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Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,333
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Hinton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports one-time initiatives in Hinton and area through monetary or in-kind contributions. It is intended for community, economic, and other public-benefit activities, with funding from the Council Contingency Fund.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,333 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Hinton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-time community initiatives
- One-time economic development initiatives
- Community, environmental, social, cultural, educational, and sporting activities
- Events, programs, projects, conferences, and start-ups
Documents Needed
- Completed Request Submission Form (Appendix A)
- Information about the initiative, including dates and location
- Request amount and type of support
- Information on the group’s contact person and details
- Information Report on Use of Funds (Appendix B) after completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Hinton and area non-profit groups
- Groups and organizers, including incorporated societies
Who is not eligible
- Governments and government agencies
- For-profit commercial and industrial businesses
- Intergovernmental or private-public partnership proposals
Eligible expenses
- Monetary contributions for one-time initiatives
- In-kind support such as equipment, labour, and Town services
- Free or reduced-rent use of Town facilities
- Town promotional items and recreation or transit passes
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine or ongoing operating expenses
- Requests already receiving a monetary contribution from the Town
Eligible geographic areas
- Hinton
- Surrounding area
Processing and Agreement
- Administration screens requests against the mandatory criteria.
- Eligible requests are scheduled for a Regular Meeting of Council if needed.
- Administration prepares a report with recommendations and funding context.
- Council decides whether to approve, redirect, or receive the request for information.
- If approved, payment is processed and a use-of-funds report must be submitted.
Additional information
- The program is for one-time, emergent initiatives in Hinton and area.
- Requests are reviewed under the One-Off Financial Request Policy.
- An Information Report on Use of Funds must be filed after completion.
- Applications may be redirected to other Town support streams if appropriate.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the One-Off Financial Request Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the One-Off Financial Request. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the One-Off Financial Request?
This program supports one-time initiatives in Hinton and area through monetary or in-kind contributions. It is intended for community, economic, and other public-benefit activities, with funding from the Council Contingency Fund.
How much funding can be received?
One-Off Financial Request Funds up to $3,333 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the One-Off Financial Request program?
To be eligible for the One-Off Financial Request program, you must:
One-time initiative only
Must benefit Hinton and area
Submitted 7+ days before Council
What expenses are eligible under One-Off Financial Request?
One-time community initiatives
One-time economic development initiatives
Community, environmental, social, cultural, educational, and sporting activities
Events, programs, projects, conferences, and start-ups
Who can I contact for more information about the One-Off Financial Request?
You can contact Town of Hinton by email at cshantz@hinton.ca or by phone at 780-817-0779.
Where is the One-Off Financial Request available?
The One-Off Financial Request program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the One-Off Financial Request a grant, loan, or tax credit?
One-Off Financial Request is a Other Support