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United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants program?

To be eligible for the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants program, you must: Eligible organization Aligned with stated community priorities Capital or equipment improvement project

Q: What expenses are eligible under United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants?

Facility improvements required to meet licensing or safety requirements Renovation projects intended to improve service delivery Facility expansion projects intended to expand service delivery Purchase and installation of service-delivery equipment needed to deliver services

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants?

You can contact United Way of Central Alberta Society.

Q: Where is the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants available?

The United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants program is available the province of Alberta.

Q: Is the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Alberta, Canada

Support for facility upgrades and essential service equipment

Grant and Funding

United Way of Central Alberta Society

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This funding provides up to $500 for capital or equipment costs. It supports repairs or upgrades for licensing or safety compliance, service-delivery equipment purchases, and construction, renovation, or expansion to improve or expand services.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Obtain certifications

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 500 $

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

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

Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
Social Services
Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

Nonprofits / charities

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Fee-for-service model

Scope

Regional

Activities funded

Facility improvements required to meet licensing or safety requirements
Renovation projects intended to improve service delivery
Facility expansion projects intended to expand service delivery
Purchase and installation of service-delivery equipment needed to deliver services

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 495

Safety upgrades and compliance equipment for a community food drop-in

$ 500

Privacy and accessibility improvements for a low-cost counselling space

Eligibility

The applicant must be an eligible organization.
The proposed initiative must address at least one of United Way Central Alberta’s priorities (basic needs, mental health access, or creating positive futures).
The request must be for capital improvements or equipment needed to meet licensing/safety requirements or to improve or expand services.

Who is eligible?

Eligible organizations, including qualified donees
Eligible organizations, including non-qualified donees

Eligible expenses

Repairs or upgrades required to conform to licensing or safety requirements
Equipment that directly pertains to the delivery of services
Construction, renovation, or expansion costs to improve or expand service delivery

Eligible geographic areas

City of Red Deer (Alberta)
Town of Drumheller (Alberta)
Brazeau County (Alberta)
Camrose County (Alberta)
Clearwater County (Alberta)
Flagstaff County (Alberta)
Kneehill County (Alberta)
Lacombe County (Alberta)
Mountain View County (Alberta)
Paintearth County (Alberta)
Ponoka County (Alberta)
Provost (Alberta)
Red Deer County (Alberta)
Starland County (Alberta)
Stettler (Alberta)
Special Area 4 (Alberta)
Wetaskiwin (Alberta)

Processing and Agreement

United Way Central Alberta provides a written decision within 30 days of receiving the application and supporting documents.

Additional information

Qualified and non-qualified donees are eligible to apply.
Applicants receive a written decision within 30 days after the application and supporting documents are received.
Intake is ongoing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the United Way Central Alberta - Capital and Equipment 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.