Grant Program for Community Non-profit Organizations in Canada
Deadline: 15-Jun-21
The City of Fort Saskatchewan has launched Nonprofit Organisations grant program to support a vibrant and thriving community. Their mission is to work together to create a sustainable and thriving community through exemplary leadership and management.
Priorities
The City provides grant funding to non-profit organizations for initiatives that support one or more of the following priority areas:
Fellows will receive Project and Connect Fund to address Water-related Issues
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This Call is offering Seed Money to Research Projects in Africa
Global Humanitarian Initiative seeks applications from anywhere in the world
Unrestricted Grants for improving Health Equity and reducing Health Disparities among Vulnerable Communities
New funding for Small NGOs to fight Infectious Diseases
Grants for Innovative Projects to improve Humanitarian Response
Call for empowering Social Entrepreneurs that are working to achieve the SDGs
This US funding will help NGOs to tackle the Challenges of Coronavirus in 2021
USD 1 million Partnership Fund for SDG Impact Projects
Call for Applications: New Programme focusing on rapid development of Vaccines for protection against new variants
Grassroots International Organizations to receive up to $50,000 under this Grant Cycle
This Program is the answer to the most pressing Questions and compelling Opportunities in Education. Apply Now!
Financial Support for Research Projects that protect and preserve Wildlife
Voluntary Multi-donor Fund offering up to 100,000 USD to NGOs
Enhances the quality of life by providing programs, projects, and events that address social issues;
Creates equitable access to human, social, and economic resources and services for all;
Supports community collaborations, involving multiple organizations, in addressing broader human or social issues;
Supports the promotion, protection, and preservation of arts, culture and human or natural heritage;
Offers opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in arts and heritage;
Supports a vision of getting and keeping residents active in community sport, recreation and physical activity;
Improves the environment, protect and preserve natural habitats, and improve open spaces and make nature accessible;
Furthers the social, economic and environmental well-being of local residents and organizations.
Funding Information
Grant amounts of $10,000.00 or less will be paid to the recipient as a one-time payment.
Grant amounts of greater than $10,000.00 will be paid in quarterly installments, unless otherwise negotiated.
Core Values
Leadership – Take ownership in achieving results
Innovation – Embrace new ways of doing things
Service Excellence – Deliver “WOW” service to our community
Fun – Enjoy what we do and bring passion to our work.
Guiding Principles
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Questions Answered on Concept Note
5 Steps to Fundraising Success for Small and Grassroots NGOs
How to Write Proposals on Projects Addressing Climate Change
How to conduct Successful Donor Meetings?
How to Organize Nonprofit Fundraising Events?
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How to Plan and Prepare the Budget for a USAID Project Proposal
The fundsforNGOs Guide for NGOs on Corporate Social Responsibility
Top Upcoming Grants for NGOs in 2021 (South Africa)
How to assess Your NGO using the USAID’s Organizational Capacity Assessment (OCA) Tool
Top Upcoming Grants for NGOs in 2021 (Uganda)
Top Upcoming Grants for NGOs in 2021 (Nigeria)
Top Upcoming Grants for NGOs in 2021 (Kenya)
Just as our values are reflected in everything they do; our decisions and actions are aligned with the following guiding principles:
Continuous Improvement – We constantly look for ways to improve our services, refining our daily practices, keeping the leading edge in sight and being open to change.
Collaboration – We work collaboratively with our colleagues, residents, partners, regional neighbours, and stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking – We use a strategic and forward-thinking mindset and consider the impact of decisions on others.
Stewardship – We are good stewards, accountable for our community’s resources, managing costs and investing for the future.
Eligibility Criteria
The following organizations are eligible to receive funding:
How NGOs can search, identify and appoint Fundraising Consultants and Grant Writers?
Writing Proposals during Pandemic: A Training Video on Adapting Grant writing during the Coronavirus Pandemic
How NGOs can adopt Donor Prospect Research for Fundraising Success?
Training Video: How to take Lessons Learned from Previous Projects and adapt them for New Proposals
Training Video on Essential Financial Management Skills for NGOs
Training Video on Essential Financial Management Skills for NGOs
Training Video: How to Influence Donors through Your Proposals by Cheryl Hooper
Training Video: How to Influence Donors through Your Proposals by Cheryl Hooper
Training Video: Improving your Chances of Success Grant Writing Skills & Tips 2 – Concept Notes by Cheryl Hooper
Training Video: Improving your Chances of Success Grant Writing Skills & Tips 2 – Concept Notes by Cheryl Hooper
Training Video: How to develop a Firm Financial Base: Effective Fundraising Planning for NGOs
Training Video: How to develop a Firm Financial Base: Effective Fundraising Planning for NGOs
Training Video: How to use Digital Channels effectively for Fundraising?
Training Video: How to use Digital Channels effectively for Fundraising?
Training Video: Improving your Chances of Success Grant Writing Skills & Tips 2 – Concept Notes by Cheryl Hooper
Community non-profit organizations who are registered and in good standing under one of the following Acts :
Provincial Legislation (Alberta)
Agriculture Societies Act
Companies Act, Part 9 (Non-profit Companies)
Societies Act of Alberta
Special Act of the Alberta Legislature
Federal Legislation
Special Act of the Parliament of Canada
Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act and must be registered in Alberta
under the Business Corporations Act
Income Tax Act (of Canada and operating in the Province of Alberta (Charities)
Non-profit organizations should have a Fort Saskatchewan based address that is regularly monitored by an active member of the organization. However, the City may consider grant applications by non-resident, non-profit organizations /groups for initiatives that provide direct benefits to the residents of the City.
For more information, visit https://www.fortsask.ca/en/living-here/community-grants.aspx#
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