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Strategic Opportunity Grants │Calgary Foundation

March 31, 2026

Value

The maximum grant request amount is $10,000.

Description

Strategic Opportunity Grants support small to mid-sized Calgary and area qualified donees with small, time-sensitive, strategic initiatives that fall into one of two categories:

  • Organization Development – When charities identify a time-sensitive opportunity to bring outside expertise into the organization in order to build capacity, strengthen board governance, conduct HR assessments, or support professional development.
  • Program Development – When charities identify a time-sensitive opportunity to strategically advance their work by piloting a new program idea, testing an innovative enhancement to current program offerings, or improving outcomes for program participants.

Eligible Applicants

Qualified donees with eligible initiatives are invited to submit a grant request through our online grant portal on our website. Eligible initiatives:

  • Align with the Calgary Foundation’s mission, vision and values;
  • Are small, short-term (approx. 6-8 mos.), time-sensitive and strategic;
  • Are of direct benefit to Calgary and area communities;
  • If applicable, demonstrate cooperation with other organisations and service providers with expertise in the initiative area; and
  • Demonstrate readiness, preparedness, and good planning

Eligible Expenses

Calgary Foundation welcomes all eligible initiatives, particularly those that help further the Calgary Foundation’s priority areas:

  • Poverty reduction
  • Encouraging mental health
  • Living a creative life
  • Strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities
  • Pursuing an environmentally sustainable future
  • Supporting equity-deserving communities

Deadline Date

March 31, 2026

Contact

Contact Name: Brigitte von Rothemburg Grants & Volunteer Program Associate

Phone Number: 403-802-7724

E-mail Address: grants@calgaryfoundation.org

Website: https://calgaryfoundation.org/grantsawards-loans/types-of-grants/strategic-opportunity/

Industry:

Non-Profit

Location:

Alberta

Tags:

Charity, Non-Profit

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