[Edmonton Community Foundation](https://ecf.ca)

November 2026 (Small Grants application deadline)

Up to $10,000 per grant; project duration maximum 6 months.

Short-term grants to support organizational capacity development or address unexpected needs within Edmonton's community.

--- ## Description The Small Grants program, offered by the Edmonton Community Foundation, provides short-term funding to organizations in the Greater Edmonton Area to support capacity development or respond to unanticipated needs. These grants are designed to help organizations strengthen their internal capabilities or address urgent challenges, enabling them to deliver greater impact within the community. Supported initiatives must be completed within six months and are intended to foster resilience and adaptability within Edmonton’s charitable sector. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated): Small Grants application deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant: **$10,000** - Project duration: **Up to 6 months** Funding is intended for short-term, high-impact initiatives that improve organizational capacity or address urgent, unexpected needs. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Registered charities and incorporated non-profit organizations, including Indigenous Governing Bodies, school boards, schools, and locally registered organizations (federal or provincial). - Must be based in and serve the Greater Edmonton Area (including Leduc County, Parkland County, Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, and Indigenous-serving organizations within Treaty 6 Territory). - **Ineligible applicants:** - For-profit organizations, unincorporated non-profits, business associations, individuals. - **Eligible activities:** - Capacity development (e.g., staff training, strategic planning). - Addressing unanticipated organizational or community needs. - **Ineligible activities:** - Activities outside Canada, partisan or political activities, major capital projects, or those not directly related to the project. --- ## Application Process 1. **Review program details:** Visit the [Small Grants Program Details](https://ecf.ca/grants/small-grants) page for full eligibility and application guidance. 2. **Prepare your proposal:** Include a clear description of the capacity or urgent need, proposed activities, timeline (max 6 months), and budget (up to $10,000). 3. **Submit application:** Use the [ECF Grant Application Portal](https://ecf.ca/grants/online-portal/). 4. **Support:** For questions or assistance, contact the ECF Grants team at [grants@ecf.ca](mailto:grants@ecf.ca). --- ## Additional Information - Only one application may be submitted per organization per cycle. - Projects must directly benefit the Edmonton community and align with the program’s focus on resilience and capacity-building. - Reporting requirements are light-touch, focusing on learnings and project impact. - For accessibility support or clarification on eligibility, contact the ECF Grants team. --- ## External Links - [Edmonton Community Foundation Small Grants Program](https://ecf.ca/grants/small-grants) - [Grant Application Portal](https://ecf.ca/grants/online-portal/) - [General ECF Grants Overview](https://ecf.ca/grants/) - [Contact ECF](https://ecf.ca/who-we-are/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |--------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Grants Team (questions) | [grants@ecf.ca](mailto:grants@ecf.ca) | | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://ecf.ca/who-we-are/contact/) | | Phone | 1-780-426-0015 |

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