Grants to Support Community-Based Financial Empowerment in Alberta (Canada)
GrantID: 74320
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
This is a national grant program offering a total fund of approximately CA $60 million, designed to support community-driven financial empowerment initiatives across Canada. Available to registered charities, qualified donees, and eligible non‑profit organizations (with options to partner with charities acting as fiscal sponsors), this program also encourages collaboration with First Nations Bands.
Funds are intended to improve financial well‑being for individuals and families facing economic challenges. Eligible uses include free tax‑filing services, benefits access assistance, financial education workshops, one‑on‑one counselling or coaching, and outreach to priority communities such as Black, Indigenous, and persons with disabilities. The goal is to reinforce local support networks, strengthen referral systems, and ensure marginalized populations receive tailored financial help.
Grants support diverse applicants—ranging from charities and non‑profits to community organizations and delivery partners working in collaboration. While large urban centres are included, the program also explicitly targets under‑served rural, remote, and Indigenous communities nationwide, ensuring broad geographic reach.
Applicants may propose hub‑based interventions (coordinating regional services), partnership models (leveraging existing local organizations), or growth‑oriented projects (scaling proven approaches). The funding structure offers flexibility in grant size, allowing small pilot initiatives and larger scalable programs alike.
By focusing on financial health as a pathway out of hardship, the grant seeks to deliver meaningful impact: reducing financial stress, increasing access to essential services, and building stronger, more inclusive community systems. Successful recipients will gain not only financial support but also network-building opportunities and potential for long-term sustainability.
Complete applications were due by mid‑May, but organizations interested in upcoming rounds can monitor future openings and plan collaborative proposals geared toward advancing financial stability across Canada.
Eligible applicants in Alberta with a demonstrated commitment to Financial Assistance are encouraged to consider this funding opportunity. To identify additional grants aligned with your needs, visit The Grant Portal and utilize the Search Grant tool for tailored results.
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