Grants Programs and Foundations
Every day, non-profit and charitable organizations in Alberta help to make a positive difference for so many people. Whether it is through after-school care, recreation programs or assistance for new immigrants, these organizations are at the heart of healthy and strong communities. The government of Alberta has several grant programs and foundations that assist these groups in their efforts.
Alberta Foundation for the ArtsProvides grant funding to artists, art organizations and festivals to promote the arts in Alberta
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more grant categories: individual artists, arts organizations, visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural industries |
Alberta Historical Resources FoundationAssists in the preservation and interpretation of Alberta's
historical resources, primarily through the encouragement and
sponsorship of community heritage initiatives ...
more grant categories: heritage preservation, heritage organizations, Alberta Main Street Program, heritage markers (signs) |
Community Facility Enhancement ProgramAssists community organizationswith construction, renovation or redevelopment of community public-use facilities that will help enhance the quality of life and citizen well-being in communities across the province
... more grant categories: helps build, purchase, repair, renovate, or otherwise improve facilities *Recent changes |
Community Initiatives ProgramThe Community Initiatives Program (CIP) reinvests in communities, to empower local citizens, and community organizations to work together and respond to community priorities... more Application categories: project-based grants for community organizations, community operating grants for registered non-profit organizations and international development grants for small and medium sized Alberta based non-government organizations. *Recent changes |
Community Spirit ProgramProvides grant funding to Alberta-based nonprofit organizations to support operations, programs and/or capital projects ....more grant categories: activities that enhance education, health, social services, the environment, services to seniors, sports and recreation, arts and culture, libraries, heritage, parks, agriculture, and animal welfare, etc. |
Film Development ProgramAssists in the development of a strong Alberta production industry and improves Alberta's competitiveness in motion picture production and investment
... more grant categories: production incentives |
Horse Racing and Breeding Renewal ProgramFunding represents a portion of net revenues from electronic gaming terminals at licensed racing entertainment centres ...
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Human Rights, Citizenship, and Multiculturalism Education FundSupports programs that help Albertans participate in the social, cultural, political, and economic life of the province without discrimination
...more grant categories: foster equality, reduce discrimination and racism, remove barriers that exclude some Albertans, encourage inclusive workplaces and communities |
Other Initiatives ProgramThe Other Initiatives Program provides support to worthy Alberta projects which cannot be funded under the criteria or existing funding levels of other Alberta Lottery Fund grant programs
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