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The Northwestern Alberta Foundation has the pulse on our growing and changing region. Annually, through Granting, we support the needs throughout Northwestern Alberta. Our granting program supports a wide range of innovative projects and organizations that are changing lives and helping to create more vibrant, livable communities. Grants are made possible by donors who contribute to endowed funds and flow through funds.

Eligible Applicants

If you can answer these questions with a yes, your organization qualifies to apply.

  • Will your project aim to support our region of Northwestern Alberta?
  • Are you a qualified donee (registered charity, church, school district, municipality), a registered Alberta non-profit society, OR an agency partnering with a qualified donee?
  • Can your organization demonstrate financial responsibility and effective management?
  • Has your organization met all reporting requirements if you have had other grants from the Foundation?

Eligible Expenses

To ensure grants are awarded in a fair, transparent and impactful manner. Our principles focus on aligning our mission, ensuring equity and maximizing positive community outcomes.

  • Community Catalyst. Spark positive change and inspire collective action for community improvement.  Engage actively with the communities served.
  • Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. Support diverse, inclusive, and equitable initiatives across urban, rural, and Indigenous communities.
  • Impact and Effectiveness Fund initiatives with measurable impact and initiatives that improve quality of life.
  • Innovation & Creativity Support innovative approaches creating solutions to persistent challenges.

Deadline Date

The Northwestern Alberta Foundation operates on an annual granting cycle. Applications for the 2026 cycle are anticipated to open in May 2026. The specific deadline for the 2026 application period has not yet been announced, but historically, applications have closed in late September. Please visit the official website for the most current details and guidelines.

Contact

Contact Name: Amanda Cyr

Phone Number: 780-538-2820

E-mail Address: amanda@nafgives.com

Website: https://nafgives.com/grants/

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