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United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants
Funding for small community-impact projects
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports smaller one-time projects with funding of up to $7,500. It focuses on basic needs, mental health services, and positive future opportunities for youth, employment, and financial security.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
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
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- LGBTQ+ community
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Small one-time community projects that improve access to basic needs.
- Projects that increase access to suitable mental health services.
- Projects that create positive future opportunities.
- Initiatives that strengthen 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and young adults.
- Ideas that improve employment prospects or financial security.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified donees
- Non-qualified donees
Eligible expenses
- Project costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Red Deer
- Drumheller
- Brazeau County
- Camrose County
- Clearwater County
- Flagstaff County
- Kneehill County
- Lacombe County
- Mountain View County
- Paintearth County
- Ponoka County
- Provost County
- Red Deer County
- Starland County
- Stettler County
- Special Area 4
- Wetaskiwin County
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants receive a written decision within 30 days of receipt.
- The decision is sent after the application and supporting documents are received.
Additional information
- The program supports smaller one-time projects.
- Applicants may be qualified or non-qualified donees.
- Applications are reviewed and a written decision is provided within 30 days of receipt of the application and supporting documents.
Frequently Asked Questions about the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the United Way Central Alberta - Project 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.
What is the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants?
This program supports smaller one-time projects with funding of up to $7,500. It focuses on basic needs, mental health services, and positive future opportunities for youth, employment, and financial security.
How much funding can be received?
United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants program?
To be eligible for the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants program, you must:
Eligible organizations
Smaller one-time projects
Aligned with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants?
Small one-time community projects that improve access to basic needs.
Projects that increase access to suitable mental health services.
Projects that create positive future opportunities.
Initiatives that strengthen 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and young adults.
Ideas that improve employment prospects or financial security.
Who can I contact for more information about the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants?
You can contact United Way of Central Alberta Society (UWC).
Where is the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants available?
The United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants is a Grant and Funding