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Social Sector Development Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Social Sector Development Grants Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Social Sector Development Grants program?

To be eligible for the Social Sector Development Grants program, you must: Open to Indigenous-led organizations and projects promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Social Sector Development Grants?

You can contact United Way of the Alberta Capital Region.

Q: Where is the Social Sector Development Grants available?

The Social Sector Development Grants program is available the province of Alberta.

Q: Is the Social Sector Development Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Social Sector Development Grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Social Sector Development Grants?

Social Sector Development Grants is funded by United Way of the Alberta Capital Region

Last Update: February 4, 2026

AB, Canada

Supports sector capacity building through various sector development initiatives

Grant and Funding

United Way of the Alberta Capital Region

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Minimum amount : 100,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 21, 2024

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

Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

The Social Sector Development Grants offer financial support up to a maximum of $200,000 to projects that focus on sector capacity building. These projects include initiatives to indigenize, foster equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as supporting research, evaluation, and grassroots capacity development.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Development of a community engagement platform for sector capacity building

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Indigenous-led organizations and entities implementing projects aligned with the grant goals

How to apply

Identify the project scope and objectives.Prepare a detailed project proposal aligned with the program objectives.Submit the application via the designated submission process before the deadline.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Social Sector Development Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Social Sector Development Grants. 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.