[Central Alberta] Community Grants Microgrant (Deadlines: March1, June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1)

Organizations are eligible to apply for up to $5,000 in unrestricted funding to meet the ever-evolving demands within their organization and the community.

An unrestricted microgrant program for the dynamic needs within Central Alberta organizations.

Through grants of up to $5,000, the Community Grants Microgrant program caters to the diverse and evolving needs of community organizations. These microgrants aid organizations in navigating a swiftly changing landscape, whether it involves developing responsive programming, maintaining vital programming, investing in technology, or addressing unforeseen expenses to meet the demands of the community.

The next application period for the Microgrants is between November 15, 2024 and December 1.

Deadlines:

March 1

June 1

September 1

December 1

Who is Eligible:

• Applicants must be operating in and/or serving the Central Alberta region
• Applicants must be must be registered charities and have a valid charitable number from Canada Revenue Agency or be a First Nations Band or municipality designated as a qualified donee by Canada Revenue Agency. If your organization does not have charitable status or is not a qualified donee, we can consider an application in partnership with another organization that is a registered charity or qualified donee with a mandate relevant to your proposal.

What is Eligible:

• Innovative new projects
• Short-term projects
• Seed funding for long-term projects
• Equipment based projects
• Administrative/operational costs

What isn’t Eligible:

• Partisan political or singular direct religious activities
• Building an endowment
• Fundraising expenses
• Large capital campaigns

Grant funds may only be used for expenses incurred after CFCAB’s final grant decision dates.