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Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant
Supports volunteer screening improvements for nonprofits
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Screening Development Micro-Grant supports Alberta nonprofit organizations with volunteer screening needs and capacity challenges. It funds improvements to screening policies, procedures, and volunteer role descriptions, while also providing education, guidance, and peer connections.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of effective volunteer screening practices and processes.
- Improvements to screening policies, procedures, and volunteer role descriptions.
Documents Needed
- Direct Deposit Form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nonprofit organizations in Alberta.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations operationally funded through Acute Care Alberta, Assisted Living Alberta, Primary Care Alberta, or Recovery Alberta.
- Universities, colleges, and post-secondary institutions funded through Alberta Advanced Education.
- Organizations directly or indirectly affiliated with a political party.
- Previous recipients of the Screening Development Micro-Grant in the past 2 program years.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
How to apply
- Review the Grant Eligibility Criteria and Eligible Costs documents before applying.
- Complete the application form in your own words with clear and specific examples from your organization’s context.
- Upload the required Direct Deposit Form with the application.
- Submit the application through the online form.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications will be assessed for eligibility and organizational needs.
- Funding decisions will be communicated in August.
- Recipients must complete foundational learning through the Resource Library.
- A Final Report Survey is required at the end of the granting period.
- A Direct Deposit Form is required for final approval.
Additional information
- Applications are open until July 24, 2026.
- Successful applicants will receive education, guidance, and opportunities to connect with peers during the funding period.
- Recipients must complete foundational learning through the Resource Library.
- A Final Report Survey is required at the end of the granting period.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant Program
What is the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant?
The Screening Development Micro-Grant supports Alberta nonprofit organizations with volunteer screening needs and capacity challenges. It funds improvements to screening policies, procedures, and volunteer role descriptions, while also providing education, guidance, and peer connections.
Who is eligible for the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant program?
To be eligible for the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant program, you must:
The applicant must be a nonprofit organization operating in Alberta.
The organization must serve the broader community through publicly accessible programs and services.
The organization must have volunteer positions involving significant trust or authority over vulnerable populations.
What expenses are eligible under Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant?
Development of effective volunteer screening practices and processes.
Improvements to screening policies, procedures, and volunteer role descriptions.
Where is the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant available?
The Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant?
Volunteer Alberta Screening Development Micro-Grant is funded by Volunteer Alberta (VA)