The 6th annual Field Law Community Fund Program, which supports local pay-it-forward Ideas, is now open! $75,000 in funding is once again available across Alberta and the Northwest Territories and local individuals, projects and causes are invited to apply for funding. Through a combination of public online voting and deliberation by a Community Market Judging Panel, finalists are chosen and awarded funds.
Field Law’s preferred causes (but not exclusive) are those that support education, healthcare, at-risk youth, homelessness, women’s organizations, community and sports or arts and culture.
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One of The City of Calgary’s top five priorities is a healthy city, one that encourages healthy lifestyles for all Calgarians. A body of evidence shows that children and youth are not physically active enough to realize health benefits. For...
The Women’s Centre would like to increase funding to our Basic Needs Assistance program in order to support more women in times of crisis. When resources allow, we provide women with access to food and personal care items such as...
The idea is to purchase Puppy Scholarship packages for 20 different schools in the Calgary Area. Puppy Scholarship packages include a welcome letter from the sponsored pup, a framed photo of the puppy and regular personalized 'pup-dates' with an updated...
Our idea is to PUT SOD on a soccer pitch (120yards x 80yards) that we are just starting to create by the youth centre in Fort Resolution, Northwest Territorries. It looks like this would be a two year project but...
Here at Alberta Theatre Projects, we create community, and our vision is a world where minds and hearts are opened through the life-changing experience of theatre. It is imperative that we play a role in welcoming newcomers and inspiring them...
For several years, the Foundation has organized a conference for high school students in the Edmonton area on Gandhian principles aimed at building peaceful communities, conflict resolution, diversity, and equality. We want to do similar work with junior high school...
Excel Society is in the process of building a five floor addition to Grand Manor (an apartment hotel providing assisted living to vulnerable Albertans) to accommodate another 64 barrier free suites on four floors. The ground floor will house the...
We are seeking funds through Field Law to assist us in supporting the increasing number of needy Calgarian mothers that come to us as a last resort through a social worker or health care professional. The funds are for our...
Ghost River Rediscovery (GRR) has been facilitating transformative outdoor experiences for youth in Southern Alberta for over 20 years. Drawing inspiration and practice from the Indigenous way of knowing and environmental education, two generations of youth have been able to...
I’m part of a choir called the Crossroad Singers, made up of cancer survivors, caregivers and supporters. We were part of the Arts in Medicine Program at the Cross Cancer Institute here in Edmonton for the past 12 years. Very recently, the Cross advised...
Soup Sisters is an innovative charity, that brings community people together for soup making events that yields fresh and nourishing soup. ‘Hugs in a Bowl’ for children in Calgary’s schools and families in crisis. Our events engage community, promoting the...
One way or another, we will all be affected by disability. Whether we experience it ourselves or through a loved one, disability can affect anyone at any time, whether it is due to a congenital condition, disease, illness or injury....
Stardale addresses the “gap” in services for Indigenous girls through continuing to offer educational and life-skills enhancement, a mentoring program and arts and performance and as well as recreational activities. We are focused upon expanding Stardale’s body of work which...
We are the Alberta Not-for-Profit Case Competition (ANPCC), and our idea aims to educate students and not-for profit groups about the tangible links that can be formed between the two parties. As a Business club at the University of Alberta,...
Imagine a moment when a family can focus on the health of their child and not the financial cost associated with a medical disability. Cerebral Palsy Kids and Families provide a collection of resources to help families raising a child...
Between Friends envisions a community where people with disabilities reach their individual potential and are recognized as valued citizens. For the past 35 years, Between Friends (BF) has been providing inclusive programming to thousands of children, youth and adults with...
GLOW GIRLS is a program that can enrich girls ages 8 – 14 with the self-confidence to step out and be their authentic self without being self-absorbed. GLOW provides powerful programs by engaging girls in discussions about pre-teen/teen topics such...
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul for the Alleviation of Poverty (Edmonton Particular Council) is a social justice organization that has been serving the disadvantaged in the Capital Region of Alberta since 2000. We are part of a worldwide movement...
Linking Generations (LG) was created in 2004 as a charitable organization whose purpose is to "Bridge the Gap" between generations. Linking Generations provides “mentored and structured visits” aimed at building relationships between seniors and youth in our community. The purpose...
All children need to experience movement for the joy of it. Our idea is to launch a 10 week, Saturday morning program that incorporates movement and story imagination, targeted at helping children with special needs to experience the simple joy...
At the Cochrane & Area Humane Society (CAHS), homeless animals receive food, shelter, medical care, spay/neuter surgery, permanent identification and the chance for adoption into a new home. Lost pets are reunited with their guardians. Humane education programs promote responsible...
Aboriginal Relations - Bridging cultural gaps and establishing common understanding of the Indigenous Community/worldview within the inner city community and with the wider community of Edmonton including interfaith communities How? 1. Gatherings - Inner city - Create meaningful "Family Gatherings"...
As an incorporated business we would like to bring dance & extra curricular activities to an area of the city that is not yet housing a dance school for it's residents. The SE is a highly populated area of the...
The internet can be a scary place for young people, and we want to contribute to more positive messages out there. Our idea is to run a short video making project where teams of 2-4 individuals work with a professional...
Shelter is a basic human right. Housing and people are community issues; so is the solution. The Jack Long Foundation (JLF) works with communities to ensure that affordable housing is part of every community. Ageing and lifecycle are often overlooked...
The Calgary Chieftains Gaelic Athletic Asociation (GAA) Club, in cooperation with the Calgary Kangaroos Australian Rules Football Club, the Calgary Kookaburras Women’s Australian Rules Football Club and River Valley School, propose to invest in upgrading the fields at the River...
I invented a product especially for my dog Sushi. We rescued her when she was 3. She did not have a great start to life, and had anxiety. I tried all the products on the market, no success. Sushi took...
To provide an individual first aid kit to as many Ground Search and Rescue volunteers in Alberta and the NWT as possible.
This idea is a Youth Educational and Leadership program. The program is a ten month internship at Energy For All located in Calgary, Alberta. Over the course of ten months the intern will; 1) learn about renewable energy, clean water...
Food First is a registered charity whose mission is to support nutrition education programs in schools with the goal of encouraging a healthy population of children and youth for future generations. The Tastemakers program, offered by Food First Foundation (FF)...
Our mission is to have children and youth recognize the value and importance of engineering, science and technology in today’s world and consider the pursuit of related fields a fun, interesting and rewarding option for their future. DiscoverE was founded...
Imagine trying to navigate your way through the legal system in a country that is new to you, and that has a justice system you don’t understand - one that is entirely different than the one you grew up with....
The Garneau Strathcona Food Security (GSFS) program is a unique community outreach program of three United Churches in southwest Edmonton. Volunteers from Garneau United Church, St. Paul’s United Church, United on Whyte, and other community volunteers work together with the...
Give A Mile brings together family and friends at end of life so that they can create moments and memories that last forever. We are able to achieve this by providing air travel, using donated loyalty points (for travel) and...
Humanities 101 is a free educational program that St. Mary’s University pioneered to serve non-traditional marginalised and vulnerable low-income learners who face significant barriers accessing a post-secondary education. Offering free university-level courses, the Humanities 101 program introduces students to the...
STARS exists because we believe that everyone should have access to timely critical care. When critical incidents happen, time is a valuable asset and every second counts. Your support helps us bring the capability and expertise of a hospital right...
We offer lawn care service in several districts of Calgary to low income, disabled seniors. This service allows seniors to remain in their homes as long as they are able to and reduces social isolation and encourages interaction. The costs...
Calgary's East Village is currently undergoing a vast transition into a vibrant urban community. The current residential population is comprised of seniors and it is important to educate them of the upcoming community changes to better assist them with the...
We, Breast Cancer Supportive Care Foundation (BCSCF), envision the framework for a support group which we will refer to as women living with cancer (WLC) which would be based on BCSCF’s Recovery Group Program (RGP) which is an intensive wellness...
Watch for Motorcycles is the message we are trying to get out to everyone on the road. The more people are aware of riders, the more likely they are to see us when it is vitally important. We propose to...
The Gotta Minute Film Festival is delighted to be returning to Edmonton for a 3rd year this September 26th – October 2nd. Gotta Minute is a celebration of Media Art on public transit and in public space; a gem of...
The primary aim of YEGzema is to provide support to all Edmontonians that suffer from eczema. Eczema is a skin condition that causes extremely itchy, red, dry, and flaky skin and can lead to bleeding. The most common type of...
Camp Jean Nelson provides children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment. A summer camp experience impacts those who attend in many ways. Children and youth have the opportunity...
Across our continent, one young athlete dies from Sudden Cardiac Arrest every three days. My son, Brock Ruether, was one of them. He died at his school during volleyball practice on May 22, 2012. We have been working across Alberta...
Autism Calgary is seeking support for the development of a Community Pantry program to meet the needs of low income individuals and families living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who face food insecurity issues and are unable to access other...
Young Women in Energy (YWE) is a nonprofit organization for young women, by young women, created to support the retention and advancement of women in the energy sector. YWE provides a space for women to grow their network, receive peer...
Mighty Neighbourly is an initiative that inspires residents to become better neighbours; a movement of welcoming hospitality that invites everyone living in Chestermere to feel right at home. If you’re a new resident in Chestermere, it is our hope that...
The Doors Open YYC (DO YYC) Weekend will unlock the city of Calgary on Saturday and Sunday September 24-25, 2016 for a celebration of heritage, architecture, infrastructure and design. For two fun and unusual days, thousands of Calgarians and visitors...
The Alberta Spay Neuter Task Force (ASNTF) has successfully implemented free-roaming dog population management programs in 14 First Nations communities in Alberta by providing high volume, on-site spay and neuter clinics and advice regarding humane dog care and control programs....
Dare to Dream is a justice education and outreach program for First Nation, Métis, and Inuit youth aged 11 to 14. The program was created by Canadian Lawyers Abroad (CLA), a non-profit charity that aims to use law to improve...
St. Mary’s Humanities 101 program provides free access to university courses designed for adult learners from disadvantaged populations such as poverty, mental illness, discrimination or homelessness. Some of our students have survived abuse, violence or war and have experienced interruptions...
Music is universal. Everyone is affected by its power, and everyone deserves the opportunity to be involved in its creation. The objective of this project is collaboration between adults with developmental disabilities and professional musicians from the Edmonton region. Individuals...
The CAWS provides temporary emergency foster and veterinary care, through our Guardian Angel Program. This program is for families who are in life transition. These transitions include victims of domestic violence, military respite, disaster relief and temporary medical respite. "A...
We are proposing funding be used specifically to enhance literacy and homework programs, which happens across all nine of our clubs for all children and youth who attend. Via this existing programming, we’re targeting newcomer, immigrant and Aboriginal children and...
The period of adolescences (Erik Erikson's stage five) development begins as early as ten years old and lasts past age eighteen is a period of immense importance. It is during this period that the youth develops their own sense of...
This year marks the WIN House's 50th anniversary. We are planning to celebrate the past and empower the future at the 3rd Annual Under the Umbrella Gala presented by Brookfield Residential at the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel on Saturday, November...
Iron Sharpens Iron is designed to strengthen skills for at risk youth and young people aged 12 to 24 years. According to supported research from Mental Health Canada, mental health issues first develop during adolescence or early adulthood (aged 12...
Our group of volunteers plans fundraising events for organizations that help improve the lives of people living with mental illness. We also strive to raise awareness and reduce stigma by creating opportunities for people with lived experience to become engaged...
Sage (Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton) provides a number of social service programs for the most vulnerable and at-risk seniors in Edmonton. This Full House is a program that supports seniors with severe hoarding behavior. The Sage Safe House provides...
Alternate Root YYC is a Calgary initiative dedicated to preventing food waste and supporting a sustainable food system. We focus on building community by educating individuals on diverting household food waste, ultimately in an effort to reduce the environmental impact...
Our plan is to raise $200,000 in order to upgrade F.E. Osborne Junior High’s Sport Courts by resurfacing the courts, painting new lines and replacing the existing basketball and tennis court nets. The current courts have well surpassed their life...
The Alder Food Security Society (AFSS) is a new non-profit organization in Edmonton, Alberta which aims to make healthy, local food available to all, regardless of income. The AFSS is launching a number of programs in order to mobilize Edmonton's...
Our Yellowknife groups currently have their weekly meetings in rented spaces in the city. Although we have a building that was donated to the groups on the Folk on the Rocks site, it is in need of serious repair for...
Since 1962, Calgary Counselling Centre (CCC) has provided high quality, affordable mental health services to Calgary and area individuals and families ages 3 to 89. We are the leader in children's programs, family violence, depression, eating disorders, research, training and...
Established in 1983, Edmonton Academy is a Designated Special Education School for students who have been diagnosed with a specific learning disability. In July of 2015, Edmonton Academy is excited to be moving to a new physical home located at...
Horizon Housing Society is always trying to increase capacity and provide the highest quality affordable homes to vulnerable Calgarians. As we continue to grow to meet Calgary’s need for high quality, well managed affordable housing, a more sophisticated software system...
To host a week of experiential activities focused on diversity and inclusion. Inclusion Fusion uses an approach to open safe spaces to explore and experience similarities and differences (intercultural spaces) and learn more about the perspectives that each of us...
The Women's Centre plans to offer Girl Power Camps this summer to mentor girls (ages 10-12) and promote basic values of equality, self-determination and empowerment. Since the majority of the women and children we serve are living in poverty, we...
Linking Generations was established in 2004 as an intergenerational program that encourages “bridging the gap” between seniors and youth. We are registered as a Non-Profit Society with the Government of Alberta and as Registered Charity with the Government of Canada....
We want to implement a program called ELPIS. ELPIS is the ancient Greek Spirit of Hope. Through Hope Circles, Employment Skill Development Workshops, Job Coaching and Recreation activities youth staying in our shelter will develop the skills necessary to maintain...
We are the West Village Theatre (WVT), an art’s hub located in the community of Sunalta in Calgary. It is a large theatre space that is utilized by various arts companies to create and perform work. Two years ago it...
Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southern Alberta operates Canada’s only two mobile care units, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobiles®. The Mobiles are state-of-the-art vehicles that deliver free and cost-effective medical, dental and health education services directly to under served families in...
The Grocery Link is a proud Calgary Alberta born Social Enterprise who officially launched their programs and services in January 2016. We provide grocery shopping & delivery, prescription pick up and quick shop services in conjunction with a series of...
Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation ("Wings of Hope") would like to request funding consideration for our Gift of Hope program that touches the lives of qualified low-income individuals who are living with breast cancer. Wings of Hope is a...
The Aurora Fiddle Society is a non-profit organization with the mandate to promote fiddling in and around Yellowknife. We do this by hosting jams, workshops and, whenever possible, performing in the community. Money from the Field Law Community fund will...
In 2016/17, WAMP will offer a workshop series to give Northern youth a chance to gain practical experience in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields. The NWT has great need for youth who are excited, passionate, and educated in STEM...
Grow Calgary is a community-based initiative designed to grow and provide fresh, local produce to local low-income individuals and families to supplement Calgary Interfaith Food Banks’ food hamper program. The urban farm is located on an 8-acre parcel of leased...
Peer Mediation And Skills Training (PMAST) strives to be the voice for alternative dispute resolution and conflict management among youth, helping them to deal with the issues of conflict they are facing in today's society. Our service model is focused...
Expanding a Great Legacy by Including Young Women. The Scholarship was created by former students of St. Mary’s High School to honour Father James Whelihan, an outstanding educator and civic athletics leader. By the terms of the original Trust Agreement,...
With your help a puppy can grow up to be an Autism Support Dog and make a profound difference in someone's life, like in the lives of Sawyer, Ryker and their parents. “Our story, like many, includes sadness, fear, helplessness...
Growth of Family Assistance Program For more than a 100 years the Samaritan Club of Calgary has been helping Calgarians in need. The Samaritan Club is a registered charitable organization and is self funded by a member ship of approximately...
In Canada, the statistics relating to child sexual abuse are truly overwhelming. A staggering one in three girls and one in six boys will experience an unwanted sexual act before their 18th birthday. Even more disturbing is that a recent...
VIA ~ An improv club for Calgarian’s living with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. A place where no idea is a bad idea and every member is celebrated as the creative (and hilarious) person they are! We're not trying to teach...
In 2017, The Mustard Seed partnered with Campus Calgary Open Minds to initiate a pilot program for SEEDschool – a week-long experiential learning program allowing children grades three and up to immerse themselves into the issues of poverty and homelessness....
Peer Support Across the Prairies and Northwest Territories: Offer peer support to members of the legal profession in regional and rural Alberta and the Northwest Territories. Who we are The Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society (Assist) is a charitable society providing...
Imagine you got the call that your parent or grandparent had been admitted to the hospital. The first thing you would do after making sure they were alright would be to start a list of thing they would need and...
Lawyers and Advocates working together with traditional Indigenous elders & community members from the local and surrounding Calgary area to combine ceremony and cultural practises with public legal education and access to justice services & support. Through outreach & cross...
Cities around Alberta can help keep cities clean by providing homeless residents with custom garbage bags to prevent trash stealing from residential properties. Additionally any participants who were caught stealing trash would not be allowed to take part in the...
Imagine having a curable disorder. Imagine having a disorder so curable that it will immediately help you focus, concentrate and help you get back on your feet. This is the case for hundreds of Calgary's homeless youth and adults who...
Plugged In Community Centre Organization (Plugged In) is proud to host BrainChild, which is a free, themed, one-day camp exclusively for Edmonton and area kids-in-need. Our mission is to provide children-in-need, whether disempowered or disengaged, the opportunity to discover a...
Our idea is to teach self-advocacy and life skills to adults diagnosed or suspected of having Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) through a proactive, non-traditional group experience. The group of 12 – 15 adults (and some with their support worker...
Imagine not having a bed to tuck your child in. For many low income families in Calgary, having a bed is optional. It can only be bought after rent, food, utilities not to mention clothes, school supplies, medicines are taken...
Cattleland Feedyards Ltd. would like to give guided bus tours around the feedlot to educate people of all ages and backgrounds about the process of raising beef cattle. The tour will include information from the birth of a calf to...
The Teens Teach program is a new initiative that will seek teens as volunteers to work with and teach computer literacy to seniors. The program will be promoted to high school students inviting them to use their energy and expertise...
Established in 2004, Level is a Canadian charitable organization that has been combatting injustice and advancing equality in rights and opportunities for 14 years. Our mission is to levels barriers to justice by disrupting stereotypes, building empathy and advancing human...
The ILRCC Volunteer program creates barrier-free volunteering opportunities for adults with disabilities. It provides volunteers with an opportunity to have a meaningful productive role in society. Placement opportunities are sought in community agencies and businesses based on the volunteers interests...
This is the 20th anniversary of Make-A-Wish Southern Alberta and in celebration of this milestone we are creating a new and exciting event, Princesses and Superheroes Family Gala. This fun event will allow families to dress up as princesses and...
CAMP SUNFLOWER a registered charity for severely disabled children is a 1 week summer camp for children that are extremely disabled to the extreme that an adult must be with the child at all times morning, noon and night. The...
The Read Well, Think Well Initiative has set out a bold vision- all children in Calgary are reading well by the end of grade 3. Reading is at the heart of all learning. Strong reading skills are more important than...
Synergy offers a monthly program, Homework Helpers, designed to foster a positive attitude towards formal education. Offered to students in grades 4 through 12, Homework Helpers provides free tutoring and academic support once per month for two hours, held at...
The Calgary Stampede is an exciting time of year that brings the best of our city to citizens, visitors and the communities we live in. It’s a time where people loosen their collars, dust off their belt buckles boots and...
The City of St. Albert has a high demand for skateboard, bike and scooter activities – and available space to provide them. There is also a need for programs that support at-risk children and youth. Safe places to play can...
Per capita, Alberta has the second highest rate of accidental opioid-related deaths in Canada, behind only British Columbia. In 2017, 589 Albertans died of accidental fentanyl-related overdoses. That would have ranked fentanyl as Alberta’s 8th leading cause of death—ahead of...
Founded by Dr. Robert Steadward in 1978, The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement (TSC) is an internationally acclaimed disability research Centre supporting the sport and fitness goals of people experiencing disability with effective, research-based sport, physical activity, and...
#YEGSEMICOLON Mental Health Festival - this one day event brings together people living with mental illness, caregivers and the resources that are operating to provide supports. Open to all ages, there are activities and entertainment designed to help reduce social...
We have a few initiatives that require financial support: 1. Community Outreach potential. Example: BARS recently had the opportunity to help a local Edmonton family that found themselves overwhelmed and overrun with too many pets. They were unaware that a...
Seed funding from Field Law will allow the Tour de Nuit Society to begin a project feasibility study for a continuous bike lane from Calgary to the Rocky Mountains. The Banff Bike Bahn will be a bike path with multipurpose...
The RECCE program is an optional self-funded training for Army Cadets. The kids selected for the program learn patrolling,search and rescue, field craft, and navigation. As well, the children learn organizational skills, physical fitness, environmental stewardship, problem solving, planning and...
When Miss Mary decided to pursue mission work educating impoverished children in India, little did she realize she would find her biggest mission field right in her own community. Through reaching out to parents who were desperate, stressed and frustrated...
Spokes For Little Folks is an event that will provide 30-60 under-priviledged youths between the ages of 7 and 10 from low-income families with a special once-in-a-lifetime experience. Working with various family-orientated organizations, we will hand-select up to 60 kids...
Autism Calgary is a registered charity that provides support for individuals and families living with ASD. Rates of ASD are on the rise. In 1992, when Autism Calgary formed, the rate of ASD was 1 in 2500. A 2014 Calgary...
The Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L) is a movement to improve the quality of sport and physical activity in Canada. CS4L links sport, education, recreation and health and aligns community, provincial and national programming. CS4L Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) framework...
In recent years, cancer emerged as a growing concern among Fort Good Hope residents. We feel that cancer has become more and more common, and more and more people are dying from cancer. Community members do not have enough knowledge...
In October 2012, in partnership with the Edmonton Public Library, Eva Bostrand started a choir for men who access the services of the downtown library (e.g. social services, support, comfort, and warmth). After each rehearsal the men are given a...
CP Kids and Families offers a new summer camp for kids with physical challenges. Summer camp is a special place for kids to learn and grow! Children living with physical disabilities often face numerous obstacles in searching out safe, appropriate...
Central goals for the Mount Royal University Campus Community Garden (MRUCCG) are to create an accessible garden that fosters inclusive community building and improves health and well being for previously marginalized populations and existing members. This project has been possible...
For almost 60 years, the Edmonton Valley Zoo has hosted generations of guests seeking to experience the unique bond between humans and the wild animals that we, as a species, have always enjoyed. In alignment with the Zoo’s values of...
Canadian youth are suffering from rising levels of stress, anxiety and depression. Nearly 1 in 5 have a mental illness and over 3 million are at risk for developing depression. Most suffer in silence as 80% of those who require...
Eating disorders (ED) have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, and yet they are surrounded by misconceptions, misinformation, shame and stigma. ED-ucate would help to change that. This one-day symposium in Edmonton, held in February 2016 as part...
The Boys & Girls club of Whitecourt & District provides a safe and supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence. We provide them with opportunities for building life skills,...
Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southern Alberta is looking to implement the Healthier Families – Healthier Lives Program which will focus on providing coping mechanisms for parents with sick children. A personal trainer will visit the house biweekly to conduct boot...
A youth photography club will provide an opportunity for northern youth to pursue their creative passions, build community networks and learn technological and STEM skills from mentors and professionals. By learning photography basics - such as editing, photo storytelling, photo...
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (the Award), is the world's leading self-development framework (operating in 144 countries worldwide), which has been proven to equip young people with the resources and networks needed to achieve and maintain well-being, while striving to...
SHOUT: Girls is a pilot program that is being developed for girls from the ages of 11-13. Working directly with youth and community organizations, we have identified this as a high risk group within our community. The goal of SHOUT:...
Minds in Motion® is a community-based social program that includes physical and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia and their care partners. The program has two key components: • 45 to...
Renfrew Educational Services (Renfrew) is a not-for-profit society and registered charity offering a broad range of specialized programs for children. Fully accredited by Alberta Education, Renfrew’s programs and services lead the field in program development for children with special needs....
The Calgary Downtown Association (CDA) is pleased to launch the inaugural run of Glow2017 – A downtown winter light festival over the Family Day long weekend 2017. This is a new project for Calgary, and a first of its kind...
The Food First Foundation is a registered charity whose mission is to support nutrition education programs in schools with the goal of encouraging a healthy population of children and youth for future generations. Food First is seeking funding to support...
Late Night Fun and Focus for Our Youth The Idea: To support youth with positive, fun activities after-hours. An active, positive person would be hired to run late-night programming (9 or 10 pm. to midnight to 1:00 a.m) for our...
The Multicultural Health Brokers Co-op (MCHB) began 24 years ago to support Edmonton’s newcomers with education, literacy, and employment to enhance health and well-being, and foster community building so families thrive and actively contribute to society. However, the needs of...
The weekly Calgary Youth Curling Association league has typically been rotated around 3-4 clubs. There are additional opportunities for neighboring clubs to invite the league for a once or twice a season showcase. This league is where curling program youth...
The intent of “Aboriginal Fathers Love Their Children Too!” is to develop a Rights for Fathers and Resource booklet and documentary for Aboriginal fathers and grandfathers who are involved in the child welfare, criminal justice and corrections systems to identify...
During the 2013 floods AARCS stepped up to help those affected by the devastating floods in Southern Alberta. We saved hundreds of animals from certain death and were recognized both by the Province of Alberta and the Town of High...
More Albertans than ever are surviving cancer; yet survivorship care is not part of our health care system. Simple health behavior changes can have an enormous impact on survivorship, including improved quality of life, decreased anxiety, improved mood and a...
At Renfrew Educational Services, we believe that all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential and require an educational program that meets their individual needs. Renfrew Educational Services is a not-for-profit society and registered charity that has been...
As one of the leading contemporary dance companies in Edmonton and the Northern Alberta Community Market, Good Women Dance Society have been at the forefront of building a strong arts community that will benefit Edmontonians and Albertans. Each spring for...
The EXploitation Intervention & Transition (EXIT) Program serves victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking by providing supports for women and girls seeking to escape victimization in the sex trade. The program contributes to the healing and recovery of victims of...
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church is seeking financial assistance in their mission to provide lunch to people of the Inner City on July 2, 2017 and December 17, 2017, For over fifteen years Mount Olivet has partnered with the Inner City...
Third Street Theatre has created a 12 week education program for queer youth. Participants meet once a week for a period of three hours. Industry professionals lead various workshops each week aimed at mentoring participants, fostering their creativity and most...
Camp Connections is a cultural camp for children & youth whose lives have been touched by social services. The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT wishes to hire a Cultural Advisor to help the children and youth re-discover some of their culture While...
Music Calgary is a not-for-profit organization that provides advocacy, education, direction and resources to Calgary musicians and the Calgary music industry. Music Calgary exists to help foster Calgary’s vibrant music scene by furthering the development and exposure for Calgary and...
The purpose is to create a collaborative visual presentation based on Aboriginal Elders Traditional Knowledge and artistic gifts of creative visual expression by Aboriginal youth. The theme of the Project is to incorporate natural impressions of the land with cultural...
Proposal: NewScoop YYC will host events and produce narratives telling the story of how Calgary Communities are collaborating for the common good during this economic downturn - focusing on increasing community capacity and resiliency and increasing social and individual capital....
Camp Maskepetoon is committed to fostering inclusivity and believes that ALL kids deserve to experience Camp. Each summer, we welcome around 500 youth to our lakefront property where they have the opportunity to challenge themselves, grow their leadership skills, forge...
A PLACE TO BELONG OUR CAUSE AND COMMITMENT: EDUCATION AND EMPLOYABILITY FOR YOUTH OUR GOAL: “To provide a place, the time and space, for youth to discover through experimentation and direct experience.” OUR OUTCOMES: • To increase a sense of...
Propellus is fundamentally non-profit organization seeking to improve the effectiveness of charities and non-profits in the Calgary community. Through our own growth, extensive research and experience working with 500+ local non-profits and charities, Propellus knows that healthy culture is essential...
The Abbottsfield neighborhood of Edmonton is an economically-depressed area. There is much in the area to lure an unhappy and searching youth into a life of crime and addiction, and little to attract him or her into a life of...
Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southern Alberta is looking to implement the Healthier Families – Healthier Lives Program which will focus on providing coping mechanisms for parents with sick children. A personal trainer will visit the house biweekly to conduct boot...
Our idea is to take our very successful in school program, Swamp Secrets Revealed, and redevelop it to work as a standalone workshop for youth. Growing Up With Money Smarts – everyone talks about the absolute need for youth to...
Special Pups Day Camp is a one day, 4 hour day camp supported by Jumpstart, Calgary Cerebral Palsy Kids and Families, and clevercanines. Our objective is to provide a safe and fun environment for children with special needs to express...
Calgary Pride has a remarkable 27-year history and is an important cultural institution, which highlights diversity and tolerance in our City. We support a historically vulnerable population of the Calgary community, and highlight current LGBTQ2S+ discrimination, moving the human rights...
Depart Halifax during first 2 weeks of June, 2016. Solo row a boat 4500 km to Brest, France: 100 days at sea. Only one Canadian has ever done it, but was assisted mid-ocean. This would be a first. I have...
The St. Albert Amplify Festival provides an inclusive space for youth to express their truest sense of identity through the arts. By youth for youth, the festival empowers young people to explore their artistic potential, while at the same time...
Pawâkan Macbeth, indigenous playwright Reneltta Arluk's reimagining of Shakespeare’s into Macbeth into Cree history, legend and cosmology. This co-production, by Theatre Prospero of Edmonton and Akpik Theatre of Yellowknife, will open in Edmonton in November 2017, tour to rural communities...
Our community has been through some tough battles over the past few years including the most recent loss of the fight to preserve the cherished Highland Park Golf Course. This was a hard hit for many of the community members...
Food security has been identified as a global challenge in countless studies and reports, and Edmonton is no different. There are thousands of people in the Edmonton area who are unable to afford or access healthy, nutritious, and culturally appropriate...
At Chic Geek, we want to encourage more women to be builders who leverage technology to shape the world we live in. We do that by creating a welcoming, supportive community for women exploring the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship....
Play has been shown to have immense benefits for children and adults alike. Yet the best kinds of play—unstructured, creative, exploratory—do not always come naturally to parents and are not always available to children. We propose to host a series...
My idea is to promote Healthy lifestyles within our corporation at Samson Management ltd and the community of Maskwacis. We have 8 divisions within the corporation. There are 130 employees within the corporation. The company is involved in diversity of...
Our idea is the Lifelong Learning Program at the Women’s Centre. If you were to perform a search for organizations in Calgary that provide learning opportunities, free of charge, you would find very few. Society encourages the consumption of knowledge,...
Femme Wave is the only multi-disciplinary, feminist arts festival in Western Canada. In 2017, Femme Wave will continue to build on the momentum the festival has been developing over the last three years. Femme Wave is committed to changing the...
As the professional body representing midwives and midwifery practice in the province, the association is keen to put in place a provincial public campaign that focuses on midwifery care and services to all the general public and other health professionals...
The CanLearn Society (formerly known as Calgary Learning Centre) is a not-for-profit agency that has provided psychological and literacy services for all ages since the early 1980’s. CanLearn Society’s mission is to create, use, and share knowledge to remove learning...
It is a well kept secret that 1 in 4 Canadians will experience pregnancy loss. Guaranteed you know several who have lost a baby at some point during a pregnancy. Some are open and public about this loss but most...
WFRF is a new therapeutic riding program in Calgary. It is the first Cantra program in the Calgary area. Cantra requires the highest standards of safety/knowledge and instructor knowledge among all therapeutic riding regulatory organizations worldwide. WFRF is in its...
The mission of BrainChild is to provide children-in-need, regardless of segregregating factor such as socioeconomic status, differntly abled or unique needs, the opportunity to discover a love and passion for learning and engagement. In previous years we have held BrainChild...
To convert a basement storage area into the perfect place for youth to participate in safe, healthy, recreational activities while under the guidance of a skilled youth worker – the Fledglings’ Flat!! In particular, in order to offer this program...
One of the hallmarks of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is difficulty with verbal and social communication but many have an extraordinary ability to think visually. Writing is a form of expression which requires little or no verbal interaction which can...
Accessing quality mental health services can be difficult for some Albertans. Most people have limited funding through their employee benefits or no funding at all. This leaves many Albertans needing to wait long periods to access free or partially funded...
The Bowness Community Centre and Arena has been a hub of community life for a number of years with the Community Association actively working on bringing people from all walks of life together, promoting community pride and action. The Community...
As part of our 2015/16 season, Calgary Young People’s Theatre is announcing our commitment to providing Calgary youths the opportunity to get involved in theatre creation not just on stage but also at the ground level. We call this brand...
The Bow Valley Music Club (Bow Valley) is a non-profit society with the primary objective to provide an opportunity for the Calgary area and surrounding communities to attend a series of quality live musical concerts, in a friendly participatory environment,...
The stigma, shame and social isolation currently associated with being a victim of domestic abuse compounds the trauma of the experience. Stigma and shame often lead individuals to experience deep concerns about what will happen when they reach out for...
The Consent Awareness & Sexual Education Club (CASE) at the University of Calgary is entering its third year as an award-winning feminist anti-racist organization with a mission to educate young Calgarians about consent as a means of sexual assault prevention....
Camp Jean Nelson provides children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment. A summer camp experience impacts those who attend in many ways. Children and youth have the opportunity...
We'd like to introduce you to Oneball's “Nuthead” Mascots! Through the use of this mascot, Oneball will be able to exponentially raise awareness of testicular cancer to at risk young men, and inform current patients of the information and programs...
C-Action is a family based preventive program that will encourage parents and kids (aged 6-12) to come together to learn about healthy eating, cooking skills and creating recipes that the whole family can enjoy. Participants become advocates for healthy eating....
FOXY (Fostering Open eXpression among Youth; www.arcticfoxy.com) is a youth-driven arts-based sexual health and peer leadership program for young women from across the Northwest Territories. After a successful pilot of our Peer Leadership Retreat last summer, we are planning a second...
Kids Up Front is a small organization with 3.6 staff. We run two signature programs that includes Can’t Use Your Ticket and Kids Count events. These two programs are the essence of what we do and mission based. We have...
"A few weeks ago we were given an incredible gift. Landon is an Autism Support Dog, and already, after only a few short weeks, he has changed our lives. " Safety. Comfort. Companionship. Autism Support Dogs can dramatically and positively...
Crazy by Design has been delivered for the past 9 years to parents at many Jr and High schools in Calgary and Area. It is fun, funny and very informative. Parents are often amazed at how often they are working...
It is a well kept secret that 1 in 4 Canadians will experience pregnancy loss. Guaranteed you know several who have lost a baby at some point during a pregnancy. Some are open and public about this loss but most...
A free summer volunteer program for youth ages 12-15 from Taber, Alberta. This program will offer youth an opportunity to participate in meaningful activities and projects in their community with a focus on team-building, community connection, engagement, community pride, and...
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is a social justice organization that has been serving the disadvantaged in the Capital Region of Alberta since 2000 ( ssvpedmonton.org.). We are part of a worldwide movement that currently operates in...
Smile Dental Clinic All clients seen on the DHB and referred for additional basic dental treatment are eligible to attend a SDC. SDCs are conducted in volunteer dental offices, or on the DHB, and provide care at no cost, to...
Young people today are under big pressure. Think about it. Everyone knows that making mistakes is part of growing up. Yet in today’s world—where money is invisible and spending intangible—quick and all-to-easy decisions, flying faster than the speed of light,...
The Pet Access League Society (PALS) believes all Calgarians should have access to no cost pet therapy. For over 30 year PALS has been responding to the needs of an ever changing Calgary and the creation of our newest program...
AARCS is a grass-roots animal welfare organization based in Calgary, Alberta with a foundation of compassion and kindness of it’s hard working staff, volunteers, foster homes and supporters. As a result, thousands of homeless animals have been saved. There is...
1) Develop a “diabetes friendly” food hamper based on the adapted Pure Prairie Eating Plan (“aPPEP”) and distribute to clients of the Airdrie Food Bank who have diabetes. 2) In collaboration with staff and clients of the Airdrie Food Bank,...
Good quality school playground equipment and an open, safe active play space is essential in promoting safe play and encouraging greater physical. The value of the playground is clear to see in terms of both physical activity and social interaction....
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church is seeking financial assistance in their mission to provide lunch to people of the Inner City on July 3, 2016 and January 1, 2017. For over fifteen years volunteers from Mount Olivet have partnered with the...
Any time there is an injury involving a skate blade, there is a sense of panic. Although rare, the result of a neck, arm or leg laceration in ice hockey/ringette can be catastrophic. Most minor teams do not have team...
At Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southern Alberta, we do everything we can to relieve the stress of the families staying with us while their child receives medical treatment at a nearby hospital. Many of these families have children -- either...
Ecology North, Pembina Institute, and Dene Nation are partnering to plan a third Young Leaders’ Summit on Northern Climate Change to be held in August 2015, following successful summits in Inuvik and Yellowknife in 2009 and 2011. This time we...
School’s Out is a fun, casual program hosted at the Calgary Public Library that is open to all teens during the critical hours immediately after school. It provides a safe space and an opportunity for teens to work on their...
Establish a train ride for tourist and citizens of Medicine Hat from the Medalta potteries site to include the IXL brick plant and eventually the proposed camp ground on the property.
For people living with multiple sclerosis, accessing government, social, health and community supports and services can be an insurmountable barrier. Some of the barriers people living with MS face are access to and issues with long term disability, income supports,...
We are organizing a fundraiser for October 15 (pregnancy and infant loss awareness day), to help start a conversation, raise awareness and funds for the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Program that serves Calgary and surrounding areas.
The non-profit Creative Reuse YYC will solicit donations from businesses and individuals of unwanted and surplus materials that will then be reused and repurposed for art. These materials will be made available, free of charge, to schools, non-profit organizations and...
To create a craft program and engage 10-15 local youth twice a week to learn traditional sewing and beading skills through the local youth centre. To develop strong relationships between youth, elder and teachers. To create partnerships and having community...
In January, 2014, the Aurora Arts Society took over the management of The Gallery on 47th Street in downtown Yellowknife as the owners no longer had time to commit to its operation. The AAS intends to build on the Gallery’s...
A classically trained violinist and fiddler from Saskatchewan, Dr. Norman Burgess, came to Calgary in the 1970's to teach classical violin and Academy at the Mount Royal College Conservatory of Music. His dream was to create a musical revolution. In...
The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Northern Alberta (SBHANA) offers a Support Fund to assist persons with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus with the cost of specialized leisure and recreational equipment, medical equipment, services such as specialized lessons or camps...
Give A Mile's vision is to provide people with the means to connect with family and friends who are seriously or terminally ill. We are a Calgary based not-for-profit start up that has been connecting family and friends with loved...
Sunrise Community Link is a community development agency and resource center engaged in poverty reduction and community capacity building in east Calgary. Sunrise is a hub in the community; we initiate and support a variety of neighborhood activities. Sunrise Community...
The mission of our organization is “As a Catholic social services agency, we are guided by faith to care for and bring hope to people in need with humility, compassion and respect.” The care we provide offers a safe place...
Mindfulness has been proven to considerably improve mental and physical health. It improves concentration while decreasing stress, anxiety and irritability. The question is: why aren't we teaching it to kids in schools yet? My name is Lise Villeneuve, I live...
Level’s youth outreach program, “Dare to Dream”, uniquely benefits Canada’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth and their communities both on and off reserves. Through specialized justice education workshops and access to mentors and role models in the legal and...
"The Law in Colour: Canadian LGBTQ+ Cases" is a set of five illustrated short stories whose plots are derived from Canadian case law and an accompanying lesson plan. The purpose and benefit to the community of "The Law in Colour"...
“You Can Ride 2 (YCR2): Borrow-a-bike” is an adapted bicycle loan pool which provides bikes on loan to children whose special needs make it challenging for them to ride a 2-wheel bicycle. This free service empowers children with the freedom...
A Heart for Children Foundation Ltd. (AHFC) is a non-profit corporation that serves Calgary and Edmonton by providing families with children who have a disability access to dynamic and innovative educational and therapeutic programming, in all environments, from birth onward....
Our organization raises funds each year to take Children to Disneyland for one magical day. From all the applications we receive we choose the most needy and deserving children to experience a most magical thrilling day, unlike anything they have...
The Air Cadets of the 504 Squadron in Edmonton fundraise to enhance the program provided by the Department of Defence. This fundraising is done for all the Cadets, who have a wide variety of backgrounds from those that live in...
Kids with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities often face numerous obstacles while determining a safe, appropriate activity to keep them physically active. Having a modified bike allows them to ride in the community with their family and friends and...
An isolated community with a small population, Délįnę is situated on the shores of beautiful Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territories. Unfortunately, the cultural genocide which resulted from the residential school era has negatively worked against the promotion of...
The problem of depression is far bigger than most people can even imagine. It is insidious and impacts every aspect of one’s life no matter what gender, culture, or status one may be. Three million Canadians will experience depression at some...
The demand for mental health in our community is at an all-time high. 1 in 5 people suffer from mental health issues, and for a 30,000-person community of our size that means 6,000 citizens are suffering. To help these people...
Edmonton’s new Gotta Minute Film Festival is a two week festival of one-minute silent short films that will screen on a number of “platforms” readily accessible to the Edmonton public: on Pattison Onestop screens situated on platforms throughout the Edmonton...
In situations of personal crisis or inability to cope, people in rural areas needing help with their animals, particularly with horses and other livestock, have limited options because there are few facilities either prepared or able to assist with large...
What if there was no longer a dark past or uncertain future, only the magic of a moment? My idea builds future generations (children/youth) through character education for both work and play. The program facilitates learning and growth through experiential...
Last year, Calgary Seniors helped over 3,000 lonely, less fortunate seniors who had no one else to help, and had nowhere else to turn. The seniors we work with are some of our communities’ most vulnerable. They are struggling to...
Organization Background and Information: The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY) is a charitable not for profit organization that originated in the year 1990, serving over 13,000 individuals annually. For over 27 years, CBFY has provided a welcoming and inclusive...
We work to bringing light to the darkness of sexual exploitation. This money will go towards expanding our current community dinners hosted for people who have been, currently are being or at risk of being trafficked and/or exploited. It is...
Children are fascinated by the natural world, especially by animals. By providing them with a fun setting in which they can learn about the natural world, we can create lifelong ambassadors for the long-term health of all species on our...
Founded in 1977 by Dr. Dasha Goody, Edmonton Musical Theatre (EMT) is a performance-training organization unique to Western Canada. EMT is unique in that it is an independent, non-profit society without affiliation with any educational institution or with any amateur...
Unified Sports® is defined as the promotion of social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences, and is accomplished through joining people with intellectual disabilities on the same team as their peers without a disability. It was inspired by...
The Chappelle Gardens Residents Association (CGRA) would like to invite you to take this chance to become more involved in this growing and vibrant community. While you build exposure and recognition for your business you will be making a positive...
The cancer journey brings many emotional, physical and practical challenges. While in Edmonton for cancer treatment, some NWT cancer survivors have experienced the benefits of cancer psychosocial support programs. However, such programs do not exist in the NWT. The NWT...
Phoenix Foundation is making music education more of a priority in Alberta schools. This big idea is to take our current music program to the next level, "creating musicians", not just exposing students to music. Currently our full classes see...
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Edmonton Central Council is a social justice organization that has been serving the disadvantaged in the Capital Region of Alberta since 2000. We are part of a worldwide movement that currently operates in...
Recycle for Life picks up recyclable containers around the City and donates refunds to KidSport Calgary. Recycle for Life is a small group of 2 people, trying to make a difference in our community by taking care of the environment...
GWDS’s idea is to increase the opportunity for artists to develop and to support the creation of important new artistic projects. By implementing a Residency Program throughout our season we will provide Albertan artists with high-quality rehearsal space, free of...
Hearts & Hammers is a local non-profit that provides home renovations to families in need with mobility challenges. We are dedicated to making life easier and more comfortable for families affected by disabilities. Founded in the fall of 2012, we...
We would like to apply for funding to support a specific project; Breast Friends Dragon Boat Racing Team is a group of women survivors of breast cancer who through a sport of dragon boating are improving the quality of life...
The idea we are pitching is the growth of a music program called Calgary Multicultural Orchestra (CMO). CMO is a free music program, where children who participate learn how to read music, play in an orchestra, and build self-esteem and...
Our program seeks to reduce the number of unwanted companion animals and prevent the birth of more in the vulnerable communities in Edmonton and surrounding areas that we serve. Ultimately we want to work our way out of the rescue...
Since 2001, the MRA has worked to enhance the quality of life of the Mackenzie residents. By embracing the principles of Canadian Sport for Life while fostering and supporting development of recreation, volunteers, and leadership we can help create healthy,...
As part of our 2016-2017 Season Concrete Theatre, Edmonton’s foremost Theatre for Young Audiences company is launching a new week-long Spring outreach program for Syrian refugee children called Laeib/Play! Building on the success of our commissioned play Honey and Nuts...
Scholarships for Young Leaders! The Father Whelihan Memorial Scholarship (FWMS) was created by former students of St. Mary's High School to honour Father James Whelihan, and outstanding educator and civics athletic leader in Calgary. By the terms of the original...
We have been running a sports night dropping program at the Calgary Marlborough Community association. The program is fully free and supported by the community board and several volunteers. The program started five years ago with only a handful of...
At Chic Geek, we want to encourage more women to be builders who leverage technology to shape the world we live in. We do that by creating a welcoming, supportive community for women exploring the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship....
As we begin to look forward past our 40th anniversary Theatre Network is looking to expand our educational program. At this time we work closely with schools both in Edmonton and surrounding areas to present student matinees for high school...
"If you want to make a human being a monster, deny them, at the cultural level, any reflection of themselves." ‐ Junot Diaz, Pulitzer Prize‐winning author Malakas Femmes is a project promoting the visibility and celebration of the diverse lives...
The Calgary Jewish Academy is an independent private Jewish day school, catering to students from nursery to grade 9, that places equal value on both Alberta education and Judaic programming. For over 100 years the Calgary Jewish Academy has been...
The Yellowknife Youth Rainbow Centre, a project of It Gets Better Yellowknife (IGBYK) is a proposed community space and organization headquarters meant to provide a safer place for LGBTQ+ young people to spend time, learn, and grow as individuals. Through...
I’m Krystal Thompson, creator of The Luscious Life—and a Body-Positive Activist & Yoga Therapist. I spend my days helping folks listen to their bodies and love their bodies through yoga because I believe that every body can do yoga and...
In an era where more children are disconnected from nature, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and partners are making a strong investment in environmental education and outdoor learning. Comments such as “I like to play indoors better ‘cause that’s where all...
Stand Up For Love (SUFL) is an annual benefit concert that raises money for a worthwhile cause. Our fundraising events consist of dedicated young performers and volunteers who use their gifts to give back to the community. The concert showcases...
Many young people coming to our city from different countries are in need of strong community bonds and positive peer support. The Kokopelli Choir Association, which is a world-renowned community-based non-profit choir family, can be incredibly meaningful in establishing and...
Food security is an issue for many of the clients who walk through The Salvation Army’s doors with current stats showing that 1 in 5 Canadians skip a meal to make ends meet. Community Services (Calgary) offers many food security...
Our idea is for women to wear our pin, at no charge, to women requesting one. The Pin is a visible sign that lets other women know "I am available, how can I help?" When women wear our pin they...
OUR GOAL To create a space, and a culture, of acceptance for business owners who are parents. The idea is an extension of the work we strive to do as entrepreneurs, as a Cowork space, and as a hub for...
The holiday season is a special time of year filled with warmth, comfort and good cheer. It’s also a time of year when family and friends gather. Horizon Housing Society is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider to over 700 people...
Youth in Calgary need a safe place to share ideas, voice opinions and be creative. A place online where thousands of other young people can learn from their ideas and realize the opinions of young people matter. Youth Are Awesome...
The Citizen Action Hall in the Humanities Building at the University of Alberta nestled right in the hub of academia. The hallways buzz with students chatting and studying. The Citizen Action Hall itself looks like any other classroom but what...
We are a Calgary based organization whose aim is to journey with individuals who have been affected by sexual exploitation. Our hope is to provide a community of safety and belonging where individuals are empowered, equipped, and educated. We have...
Mother Earth’s Children’s Charter School is fortunate enough to occupy a large portion of mostly undeveloped land, which allows for us to use the outdoors as an extension of our classroom space. However, it has become increasingly evident that having...
Kids Run Canada (KRC) is an organization founded in 2013 with the vision of getting youth outside playing, though participating in trail-running. KRC offers a summer-long series of trail-running events for youth in central and southern Alberta. The series encourages...
The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Partnership is an initiative at St. Mary’s University created to ensure that our community is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and welcoming environment for all, specifically people...
To create a tool for teens to share their ideas and grow from their fears. This is a magazine where the writers can share the issues we face growing up in today's fact paced society through articles, poetry and drawings....
AWSN is a network of programs across Alberta who support diversity in STEM careers through programs for Recruitment (youth: girls, indigenous youth, rural youth), Retention (STEM-trained women, immigrants) and Recognition (awards, scholarships, mentorships). We host Operation Minerva (OM); a 1...
Poverty exists in Calgary even though Canada has a relatively healthy economy. Poverty affects a lot of families, children, and seniors. When people lack money to meet their basic needs they are often forced to make difficult choices between things...
The healing process after trauma from sexual violence is something that doesn’t happen all at once: it takes time, and it takes continued support. And sometimes we just don’t have the words to express how we feel. SACE exists to...
Crystal Kids is a drop in centre for at-risk inner city youth. By declaration just about 80% of youth attending Crystal Kids are urban Indigenous. It is a sad fact that as a result of Indian Residential Schools and other...
What is your idea? LINKages Society of Alberta has been providing intergenerational programs and services in Alberta schools and senior care centres for the last 21 years. In the 2014-15 school year, our programs were delivered in 15 schools and...
This program helps students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 get the school supplies needed to start the school year when their parents are otherwise unable to afford them. Working with the school boards we ensure that families most in need...
We have a number of YouthWrite camp applicants (ages 11-17) who are unable to attend our camp because of limited financial means. We'd like to fund four kids to attend our multidisciplinary camps in Edmonton and Bragg Creek. (Please note...
This is a unique approach to gathering 4000 multicultural individuals with mainstream communities from various backgrounds and faiths to discover each others culture and heritage through Noah's Pudding gatherings. Since Noah's Pudding is a heritage of many faiths such as...
Summer Play - food for thought and learning for children at risk is a simple idea to provide a safe kid-friendly environment for neighborhood at-risk kids with wholesome food, fun and the opportunity to make new friends. During the summer,...
1 in 86 children in Calgary have Autism. Celebrating our differences leads an accepting and supportive community for all! Autism Calgary is a registered charity that provides support for individuals and families living with ASD. Rates of ASD are on...
Developing a new educational program, “Women in War,” to honour the contributions of serving women is the focus of a new project by The Military Museums Foundation. Since the turn of the 20th century, women’s rights and responsibilities have expanded...
The greatest asset that our agency has is our volunteers. Our agency facilitates the recruitment training and support of volunteers so that the volunteers can work with children directly in the community. Most organizations in Canada are on a volunteer...
Imagine elementary-aged children sitting on the edge of their seats, eager for Toby the (wonder) dog, the star of his own series of novels, to perform… Or junior high students, hands waving in the air as they wait to be...
The Health Sciences Career Academy is holding health career camps in August 2018 for grade 10 to 12 students. CAREERS: The Next Generation and Alberta Health Services (AHS) have partnered with local post-secondary institutions to offer an interactive, educational and...
KMITT (pronounced "MITT") is a community-based knitting circle that helps raise awareness about poverty in Calgary. Its beginning dates back to 2012, when a group of socially conscious community members gathered at Sunrise Community Link Resource Center. They envisioned a...
Muslim women are often a visible target for marginalization and stereotypes and this has led to the need for empowerment and a celebration of their many contributions. Our dream to publish a quarterly magazine aims to meet the immediate need...
The Connection Circle: There are many youth who are simply in need of connecting with mentors who can be a positive source and influence to achieve a personal or career goal. The Connection Circle (CC) is a circle of community...
Edmonton's Food Bank does its best to make sure families and children have an adequate supply of nutritious food. Summer can be a difficult time for those who struggle with food insecurity, especially for children who don't have access to...
We want to develop a Community Circles program which will allow staff and volunteers to work closely with homeless neighbours on issues related to their personal development. Community Circles are an established practice for developing supportive relationships and strong communities,...
Since 2003, the Ice on Whyte Festival has taken place in the Old Strathcona area of Edmonton every January. The festival offers 8 days of outdoor winter fun for 40,000 visitors that consist of families, young professionals and new Canadians....
Energy For All is an international humanitarian organization dedicated to the creation and enhancement of clean water and renewable energy infrastructure in developing countries and First Nations communities in Canada. We accomplish this through local education programs and community development...
The NWT Breast Health/Breast Cancer Action Group wants to build cancer peer support in NWT communities, by providing peer support training to cancer survivors from each region of the NWT. In the great majority of NWT communities there are no...
The Making Waves Clean Tech Challenge is a 24-hour challenge that engages students of different disciplines to create an innovative solution that has the potential to have a real and direct sustainable impact on Calgary communities. Students are tasked with...
The Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre (DDRC) is seeking this grant to launch the Saturday Children’s Learning Program with the objective of helping youth with autism, Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities improve their day-to-day lives. The Field Law Community Fund...
The Goal is to introduce an educational footprint for Aboriginal girls in Calgary and area that incorporates a preventative model of life skills and literacy that builds resiliency among the girls against exposure of destructive behaviors. Please see: http://www.stardale.org/. Stardale...
Level is a Canadian charitable organization that levels the playing field and increases access to justice for marginalized communities through education and mentorship. Our innovative youth outreach program, “Dare to Dream”, engages Canada’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth through...
2016 is the Centennial Year for Women’s Suffrage. Alberta was one of the first provinces of Canada to grant women the right to vote. This was an early milestone that paved the way to women’s equality. The idea is to...
The Little Hippies Foundation is seeking a grant to launch a yoga program for the Boys and Girls Club within their 8 afterschool programs and in their Youth Housing and Shelter programs. Little Hippies believes that every child should have...
Robin Hood Association is a non-profit, registered, charitable organization committed to assisting individuals with disabilities to achieve their personal best and experience a quality lifestyle. We serve 290 individuals with developmental disabilities in our Adult Services program, many of whom...
Ignite Wellness Programs would like to offer twenty 8 week sessions of school and/or community programming that promotes resilience for children and youth ages 8-14 during the 2016/17 school year. As funding for this type of programming is often an...
The Youth INN Recreation program will offer recreational and developmental activities for vulnerable children and youth who haven’t had access to such opportunities. The program is an expansion and enhancement of the current Early Childhood Development program, which launched in...
My idea/objective is to purchase a portable, modern air-lift pneumatic project screen of sufficient size to handle viewing groups of up to 80 people for BBB anti-fraud presentations in the community and as a resource that we can lend out...
To work with the City of Yellowknife, the Yellowknife Food Charter Coalition, Ecology North, and the Yellowknife Farmers Market to create a centralized community demonstration food and medicinal plant garden for all community groups in the city of Yellowknife. The...
Our idea is to develop a hard copy handbook that provides basic information to refugees coming to reside in Calgary. The handbook will address short-term needs and provide useful information on topics such as health, transportation, finances, home, safety, connectivity,...
IMAGINE: An open door to a warm, bright, safe space where women and children share in community and food – coming together to listen, learn and engage. Here, in this community kitchen is support for education, food innovation, nutrition and...
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a form of hearing loss that is caused by prolonged overexposure to loud noise. According to The World Health Organization (WHO), there are 1.1 billion children and youth worldwide currently at risk for this preventable...
Yellowknife seminars open to all children and youth to attend. Seminars are specifically designed to help the youth understand what bullying really is and how it negatively effects the community. We layout out safe and practical ways of dealing with...
The Calgary Dance Foundation (CDF) is a non-profit organization, founded to promote Ballroom and Latin dancing education for all age groups. CDF’s mission is to develop amateur dancing programs and coaching opportunities for different age groups and ability levels. These...
AMPed is a production group comprised of 10 members (ages 15 to 20) of the Autism Aspergers Friendship Society (AAFS). Our members come from all quadrants of the City of Calgary and communities North (Red Deer), South (Okotoks), East (Chestermere),...
The NWT Breast Health/Breast Cancer Action Group (Action Group) wants to strengthen the community’s capacity to support women living with any type of cancer in Yellowknife, by providing workshops for cancer survivors and presentations to local/NWT health care agencies, community...
Cohesive Communities provides support and advocates for families and children living with disability in our region to fully and meaningfully participate in community. Our region includes Parkland County, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Paul First Nation. Our idea: Snoezelen Room...
Our idea is a one that everyone can appreciate! We have built a home that is safe, comfortable and affordable. This home is called Inclusio. Inclusio is a new home for 45 Calgarians with limited mobility that opened in the...
Studies show that between 15 – 25% of Canadian children and youth are experiencing significant mental health issues. More than 50% of mental illnesses surface before the age of 14. Unfortunately, most children will not receive treatment for mental health...
There is a need for inclusive playground equipment in the community of Parkland County. We would like to have 4 accessible swings installed at 4 community parks. There is currently none in rural Parkland County. Equal access in all areas...
Environmental fairs represent an engaging learning experience that can help children expand their knowledge, spark their curiosity about the natural world and inspire them to apply what they learn to make the world a better place. However the costs associated...
Seeking all alumni from the Calgary Performing Arts Festival (formerly Kiwanis Festival). The Festival just celebrated its 85th Anniversary! The Festival (which runs over a three-week period) is a charitable organization and one of the largest amateur performing arts festivals...
The University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) campus is one of Canada’s largest hospital networks. Comprising the Walter Mackenzie Health Science Centre, the Mazankowski Heart Institute, the Stollery Children’s Hospital, and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic, the UAH services a region as...
ITAVOCF's mission is to help local families in the Foothills area that are facing hardships with free essential baby supplies in the first year of their babies life. ITAVOCF is applying for funding to purchase Baby Boxes made by the...
Making a difference to 150 special needs children in Southern Alberta! Dreams Take Flight is a registered national non-profit charity dedicated to providing the trip-of-a-lifetime to medically, mentally, physically, socially or emotionally challenged children. With the aid of our most...
Our idea is a YESS colouring book, entitled “Difficult Realities” that will feature artwork from the youth who access our services, as well as from Allison Tunis, the Artist in Residence at our Armoury Resource Centre (ARC). The book will...
A 6 week group for families with children who have attention, learning and/or social challenges. However, no formal diagnosis is required to participate in this program. Child Sessions Through fun and engaging activities, and thoughtful discussions, children will learn and...
Designing Travel Inc. is a supportive travel service for adults with disabilities and seniors. We are based in Calgary, AB but serve clients worldwide in their travel goals. We have been open for approximately 8 years and have supported individuals...
Picture a dull and lack luster outdoor space over grown with weeds surrounded by high barbwire fencing. (See Pic.1) Depressing isn't it? Now, imagine a space that is a beautiful wellness area with vibrant flowers and vegetables in an accessible...
The Youth at Risk Development Program (YARD) is a community-based early intervention initiative that supports youth who are at risk of gang involvement. YARD works with youth aged 10-17 who are currently at risk, affiliated with a gang or involved...
My idea is to create a community outreach event in March 2016. This event, called "First Conversations," creates a space of inclusion where members of the immigrant community can enter into dialogue about what it means to be LGBTQ in...
Calgary Seniors' Resource Society (Calgary Seniors) is an agency devoted to keeping seniors living safely and independently in their own homes for as long as possible. We are able to assist with this through several of our volunteer based programs,...
Imagine a Community that lives more like Family.....where neighbours know and trust each other and pool their resources of skills and talents to strengthen their community at large. Soccer Without Boundaries (SWB) has been volunteering in Glenbrook's low income housing...
For over a decade, Sing for Life Society of Alberta has brought the performing arts to marginalized communities in Edmonton, with a focus on women in conflict with the law and men experiencing economic challenges. We provide choral programming, music...
Urban Ag High aims to build a community of practice around urban agricultural projects in Edmonton; connecting educators, resources and skills in order to provide experiential learning opportunities for junior and senior high school students. Program Objectives: -Develop and deliver...
To expand and diversify the Lutsel K’e Community Garden to more sites in the community. The Lutsel K’e Community Garden is a community volunteer based project. It is a collective and collaborative project and involves all community members since 2008....
The Westlock Child Care Society is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides quality child care in Westlock and surrounding areas. We currently offer three programs: day care, out-of-school care, and licensed day homes. Our mission is to provide quality options...
A cost share counselling program will assist low income families and individuals who have been suffering from mental health concerns, to access counselling and therapeutic animal assisted services. Dreamcatcher partners with a group of mental health professionals to provide nature...
We are taking an unused space on our school grounds and creating a beautiful Food Forest with fruit bearing trees and bushes, with herb spirals and pollinator area for our endangered bees. Benches and a shaded Pergola classroom area for...
This league is a place to get started on a team and learn what it takes to get to the next level in competitive curling. As the older and more competitive teams grow they tend to advance to the Alberta...
Everyone needs support! A huge life event for anyone is having a baby and we believe that those who are birthing should have access to support! Doulas encourage, support and help birthing families through that process. We would like to...
South Community Market – City of Red Deer and South, specifically for the Bow Valley Corridor including Lake Louise, Canmore, Cochrane and Banff. Category: Education, Healthcare, Oral Health IDEA – I am requesting $25,000 to help provide assistance to families...
We would like to make engaging animated short videos that engage students in global issues such as water as a human right and food security. Change for Children (CFC) is a registered charitable organization based in Edmonton, Alberta that has...
How is our school library staffed? Do we have a specialist music teacher available at our school? Are there resources available for special education students? Support Our Students Alberta is a registered non-profit advocating for public education in Alberta. Our...
HELP We answer cries for help. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) provides basic goods and services needed for survival to those living in poverty. It is imperative that we respond appropriately and quickly to requests for assistance....
YWCA Yellowknife wants to expand its successful GirlSpace program by responding to the need for traditional, on-the-land activities by holding a Grrrl Power on-the-land camps/retreats which would be the first of its kind in Yellowknife. At the retreat, girls would...
The YWCA Yellowknife wants to continue a free leadership and empowerment group mentoring program for girls, which is called Y Mentors. Y Mentors creates mentoring groups with an adult woman, two-four girls who are 11-13 years old, and one girl...
Comrie's Sports Equipment Bank's mission is to gather, recycle and redistribute used sports equipment at no cost to those kids would otherwise be denied the opportunity to participate. Comrie's helps low income families in need provide opportunities for their kids...
The NWT Breast Health/Breast Cancer Action Group (Action Group) wants to strengthen the connections and mutual support among NWT women experiencing any type of cancer, empower women to support others dealing with the same disease in their community, and reduce...
Kamikaze Punishment Foundation Anti-Bully Seminars and weekly children's training programs. "BE A BUDDY NOT A BULLY PROGRAM" There are 5 Martial arts classes per week with highly qualified coaches in each discipline of Jujitsu, Taekwondo, Boxing, Judo, Kickboxing & Wrestling....
The Sandwich Foundation is a not for profit organization that aims to eventually reduce homelessness in the city of Calgary. The organization has been actively involved since October 2015, in making nutritious bagged lunches for the working homeless of Calgary....
Bissell Centre serves over 5,000 people who are living in poverty or experiencing homelessness in Edmonton every year. Food is such a fundamental part of human existence, yet many of our clients struggle to afford or cook their own food....
Rising Sun Theatre, established in 2004, is a barrier-free, intergenerational ensemble providing opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to have their voices heard and stories shared through the practice of theatre. Local professional theatre artists collaborate with ensemble members to...
The Capital V Voice Project is designed to help individuals who have had their ‘voices’ muted or taken from them (due physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or other issues such as eating disorders) find and reclaim their voices. As a...
Our existing community garden was established by the Alberta Parenting for the Future Association many years ago, but turned over to us last year. It was always operated as more of a rental plot operation than a true community garden,...
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library program (N.W.T.) was started by the Rotary E-Club of Canada One in March 2014, with the launch in Tuktoyaktuk, N.W.T. The purpose of the program is to improve literacy and therefore the future educational opportunities...
The National Music Centre (NMC) is a national cultural organization committed to amplifying a love, sharing and understanding of music. NMC is currently building Studio Bell, a new facility from which to deliver a range of programs for music lovers...
My idea is to have elders come in to the youth centre on a weekly basis to teach at-risk indigenous youth from the Gwich'in and Inuvialuit people groups their traditional languages through games, songs, arts and dance. Connections between youth...
Each year the Alberta Diabetes Foundation receives hundreds of calls and requests from newly diagnosed and individuals living with diabetes. We would like to establish peer support groups to create a diabetes community to share advice and information. We have...
The Edmonton Nature Centre Foundation (ENCF) was established in 1979 with a mandate to raise funds for the ongoing development of the John Janzen Nature Centre. Our newest project includes the redevelopment of an existing exhibit room to create Edmonton's...
Pilgrims Hospice Society (PHS) provides supportive and compassionate family-centred care to enhance the quality and dignity of life for those diagnosed with a progressive, life-threatening illness, as well as solace to those who are bereaved. For over 20 years, PHS...
As a result of increasing accessibility and removing barriers to our programs and services, SGPL has partnered with many organizations in our community to better serve our residents. Based on the success of our Literacy Backpacks, one partnership project we...
The Calgary Fiddlers Association consists of over 65 youth ages 7-18 years old who learn the art and culture of folk fiddling and in turn share their music through performance opportunities at over 100 events in and around Calgary each...
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church is seeking financial assistance in their mission to provide lunch to people of the Inner City on July 3, 2016 and January 1, 2017. For over fifteen years volunteers from Mount Olivet have partnered with the...
Nutrition is INN is an after school snack program for school aged children that promotes healthy eating and nutrition and provides homeless children with the nourishment they need to make it through the day. Each and every afternoon the same...
With wind in her sails, a local author will use the theatre to create awareness and raise funds for research in the disease from which she suffers. Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a rare and terminal neurological movement disorder, is little...
What better place is there to learn about animal lifecycles, needs of living things, perspectives and being a global citizen than with the animals and staff of the Zoo? For a full week, students will get to observe, question, learn...
The YWCA NWT is requesting funds to provide youth (either already enrolled in our GirlSpace or Dudes Club programs or other youth ages 9-18) with safety skill building courses including boat safety (canoe or kayak), wilderness training and first aid....
Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society is a not for profit and charitable organization that promotes, preserves and presents full length classical ballet to audiences across Alberta. Our dancers come to us through open audition from dance school throughout Alberta. They range...
“Warming hearts…one bowl at a time” this is the Soup Sisters mission. Our Organization is an innovative community-building program that is 100% volunteer driven at the event-level. Using the concept of a community coming together in the making, sharing and...
The Leftovers Foundation is a local registered non-profit organization in Calgary with a mission to eliminate food waste and alleviate hunger. With the help of over 150 volunteers, we rescue approximately 3000 pounds of food a week that would otherwise...
A Heart for Children Foundation Ltd. (AHFC) is a non-profit corporation that serves Calgary and Edmonton by providing families with children who have a disability access to dynamic and innovative educational and therapeutic programming, in all environments, from birth onward....
"BE A BUDDY NOT A BULLY PROGRAM" Kamikaze Punishment Foundation Anti-Bully weekly children's training programs offered Monday thru Friday. There are 5 days Martial arts classes per week of amateur sports of boxing, judo, taekwondo, karate and wrestling classes with...
This year alone in Canada 8000 people will be diagnosed with bladder cancer and 80,000 people are currently living with it. This means that there are 8800 people in Alberta and 2000 people in Edmonton living with bladder cancer. Bladder...
We aim to create an indigenous ways of knowing, or Indigenous leadership camp in partnership with St. Mary’s First Nations knowledge keepers and elders. This pilot project will set the necessary framework to create an Indigenous Knowledge Camp for course...
The Ice on Whyte Festival, in partnership with the Edmonton and District Historical Society and a number of local cultural groups will be presenting Ordinary Stories...Extraordinary People in celebration of Canada's 150th birthday at Ice on Whyte in January as...
ABOUT US: The Peavine Metis Settlement is located 55 km north of High Prairie. We are a non-profit organization that provides essential services, and grant funded programs to approximately 600 members. We have 5 elected Councilors that provide governance for...
The Alberta Diabetes Foundation would like to offer free diabetes testing and counseling camp day as a part of our Halloween Howl event in Calgary. The Halloween Howl takes place on October 25, 2015 and includes a 3K and 5K...
To have all people feel included and valuable, without discrimination. Then to have that group work together and give back to those less fortunate. In a variety of ways ie making sandwiches for the Drop In Center; volunteering time at...
Between Friends envisions a community where people with disabilities reach their individual potential and are recognized as valued citizens. I.C.A.N! is a program that promotes social inclusion by having persons with disabilities participate in community programs or camps with their...
Our idea is to provide Australian rules footballs (footys) to every grade seven student in Calgary. These will be of a size slightly smaller than a standard adult footy (size 3). We will distribute these immediately after the granting of...
The Twin Views Communal Garden is a project initiated by the Dover Community to re-purpose neglected tennis courts and provide an innovative, sustainable gardening space for the community and adjacent neighbourhoods. This project began about two years ago with a...
Our group is called the Hymningbirds Community Service League (known as the Hymningbirds) and is made of caring individuals of all ages and people who residents of both Edmonton and the surrounding areas. Our idea is to host a monthly...
Habitat for Humanity Northwest Territories (HFH NT) is a non-profit organization working toward a North where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. HFH NT provided two Northern families with safe, decent, and affordable homes in 2013. In...
Alberta Theatre Projects (ATP), a Calgary-based, not-for-profit, professional theatre company, invites the Field Law Community Fund Program to contribute to a vital Youth Engagement program during the 2017 production of Charlotte’s Web. This ATP initiative supports a blend of Field...
There is a growing concern with the state of our planet. Systemic challenges of economic inequities, resource depletion, species extinction, human rights abuses, population growth and climate change are converging to create an uncertain future. Our communities are facing unprecedented,...
To hire more staff for our Mealshare concept in Alberta in order to grow our presence in more restaurants and have a greater impact on the community. Mealshare is a buy one, give one hunger relief model for restaurants. Restaurants...
Springboard Performance and the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) want to make it possible for New Canadians to experience their stories on the stage. We will offer 200 free tickets for youth and families, to Akram Khan's Chotto Desh, an...
The Town of Vulcan has hundreds of stray and feral cats living within their boundaries. At any point in the year, there are starving cats, orphaned kittens, injured and sick cats, high mortality rate amongst those constantly being born. Although...
Taste of Edmonton is Canada's largest outdoor food festival. Every year we see the under privileged homeless people and numerous charitable associations like Bissel Elizabeth Fry E4C and iHuman to name a few who come to to us for donated...
Between Friends envisions a community where people with disabilities reach their individual potential and are recognized as valued citizens. The Between Friends Volunteer in Training (VIT) program was developed for participants of Between Friends or members of the public who...
The Brenda Strafford Society for Prevention of Domestic Violence is more than just a shelter for women and children who have experienced family violence. Since 1996, we have provided our clients with resources such as counsellors, child care and support...
Our goal is to introduce key Albertan musical artists and industry to a handpicked delegation of industry professionals from the UK and Europe, and to facilitate two, 5-band showcases, one in Edmonton and one in Calgary, on Sunday, October 9...
SOUND OFF will be the first Deaf Theatre Festival in Canadian history. Both the UK and the USA have several theatre companies dedicated to Deaf artists and audiences. Canada has none. The primary aim of SOUND OFF is to increase...
Calgary Counselling Centre is leading the way in helping children and youth to adapt, learn skills and use new interventions to cope with changes and challenges in their lives. The Centre has grown to be a recognized leader in the...
A non-profit, YouQuest is Calgary’s first wellness community created to improve quality of life for active people living with young onset dementia and their families. Launching at the Trico Centre for Family Wellness, YouQuest is both appealing and relevant for...
Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation ("Wings of Hope") would like to request $5,000 of funding for our "Augmented Financial Assistance Program" or "AFAP". Wings of Hope is a 100% volunteer run charitable, not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance to...
Youth engagement is a serious issue in Airdrie, along with youth mental health and employment. The City of Airdrie's Social Planning Department has been studying youth engagement and developing its Youth Strategy over the past several years. The latest findings...
Since 2010, the Rotary Tom Jackson Stay in School Program has sought to alleviate the high drop-out rates experienced in the Indigenous population of Calgary. Based on the successful Rotary Stay in School Program, our founders decided that they could...
Sagesse is a non-profit organization that has been empowering individuals. organizations and communities to break the cycle of domestic violence for over 30 years. Our programs are available in communities across Alberta - at no cost. We work with more...
Camp Connections is an on the land based adventure camp for children ages 7-18 who have been involved with Social Services in the NWT. Currently Camp Connections is fundraising to rebuild our cookhouse. The cookhouse is the central gathering place...
To celebrate Canada’s sesquicentennial year in 2017, and reflect the diverse society and landscape of the greater community. The Caribbean Council of Calgary would like to host a Multicultural Parade featuring non-profit, ethno cultural groups in their national costumes, as...
Moving the Mountain (MTM) is an alternative education initiative that focuses on engaging vulnerable youth. MTM aims to provide educational opportunities to youth who are disengaged from traditional school contexts. The program is currently housed in the University of Alberta...
The Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation ("Wings of Hope") would like to request $10,000 of funding for the expansion and re-ignition of our "Augmented Financial Assistance Program" or "AFAP". This would allow us to further aid low income breast...
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One has started supplying book to children ages 1 to 5 years in the Beaufort Sea area of the NWT. This is administered through the Dollywood Foundation (registered charity)
The Youth at Risk Development Program (YARD) is a community-based early intervention initiative that supports youth who are at risk of gang involvement. YARD works with youth aged 10-17 who are currently at risk, affiliated with a gang or involved...
Bissell Centre offers several programs that work with people experiencing homelessness or individuals and families who are unstably housed. Some of the people we work with have poor credit, no references, a criminal history, and other screening barriers which can...
We believe that kids who are raised in an enriching environment, with social and academic support, good guidance, safety, healthy food and opportunity to do creative and interesting things are the heartwood of our society. In its 10th year, Cornerstone...
The Nature of Writing is a new online resource that enhances writing instruction across the curriculum and gives students free access to high-quality lessons and exercises. This project, which is currently under construction, is about building bridges between universities and...
My name is Morrie Ripley and I started the Kwad Squad a couple years ago. My mission was to be able to help people with disabilities get integrated back into the community through endurance events. People do not choose or...
MEOW “Make Each One Wanted” Foundation, founded in 2000, is a registered charity and humane society with a mission to save the lives of cats in the Calgary area through no-kill programs. In 2015, MEOW provided: • 1,619 spay and...
My idea is centred around empowering youth to make an impact in their community using the organization I oversee as a platform for making that possible. The organization I work for, Young Life, is a non-profit youth organization specializing in...
The Varscona Theatre is a unique co-operatively run performance venue. Leased from the City of Edmonton, the theatre is managed by representatives from Shadow Theatre, Teatro la Quindicina, and Die-Nasty. In addition, the building regularly hosts self-produced work by Edmonton...
Dialysis is a lifesaving and life-changing process. There are some types of care Northerners need to travel for. Dialysis shouldn't be one of them. Dialysis keeps people alive by cleaning their blood in place of their failed kidneys. The treatment...
A quick history: this initiative sparked in February 2015 with the purpose of educating and empowering Edmontonians to get active. Another goal was to get various organizations and sectors working together to forge new relationships and partnerships, and to have...
The Women in Leadership Foundation (WIL) is the only national women’s charity in Canada solely focused on bringing women together to advance women in leadership roles and empower the next generation. Founded in 2001, WIL is Canada’s largest charity organization...
DiscoverE is a student-delivered initiative of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta, in Edmonton AB. We focus on fun, accessibility and mentorship to deliver programs about engineering, science and technology! We deliver high-impact classroom workshops, unique clubs...
The Women’s Centre offers women opportunities to both receive and provide support, connect with others and build community through a variety of programs. Our Lifelong Learning program aims to help women who face significant barriers to traditional education (e.g. poverty,...
Word On The Street (WOTS) is a national festival that began in 1990 and now includes five Canadian cities, with Lethbridge joining in 2011. The festival sees over 3000 attendees and celebrates literacy and the written word, with readings by...
During our nine week Summer Camp Program, the Boys & Girls will be walking to various 'goal' destinations throughout Whitecourt. This will include parks, recreational facilities, community partners and other local businesses. It will be our goal to walk a...
Accelerated Potential Academy instills confidence in children, who they are and all they can accomplish! Internationally and locally our APA team provides teacher training and educational camps for vulnerable, impoverished children. Our primary goal is to quickly get under-privileged children...
Kids Up Front provides free access to sporting, arts, cultural, recreational and educational events to deserving children under 18. The children we serve are experiencing poverty, homelessness, family breakdown, or mental and physical health issues. They are from vulnerable and...
Special Olympics is committed to enriching the lives of Albertans with an intellectual disability through sport.The primary use of these funds will be to support our 2016 Team Alberta, who will be attending National games in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, March...
The Health Sciences Career Academy is holding health career camps in August 2018 for grade 10 to 12 students. CAREERS: The Next Generation and Alberta Health Services (AHS) have partnered with local post-secondary institutions to offer an interactive, educational and...
Hippotherapy has many proven physical, mental and emotional benefits for its students. In 2013, after seeing the enormous benefits her son Will experienced through his own hippotherapy, and wanting other special-needs children to have the same opportunity, Shelley Hilderman started...
carya Community Kitchen is a gathering space that provides community connection through food, culture and education. This commercial kitchen community space will provide opportunities for all ages to receive education on topics such as food insecurity, nutrition and meal planning...
The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts is a unique and wonderful place where people with barriers to the arts world can create and express themselves. On weekdays the studios are full of amazing artists with developmental disabilities such as...
This October will be the third annual Tiny Footprints Gala. An event created to acknowledge and honor those short yet precious lives lost through miscarriage, stillbirth and/or neonatal death. An event to start these conversations of loss so that we...
Since 1940, the Christmas Bureau of Edmonton has had one mission: to provide a festive meal to Edmontonians in need at Christmas time. The people we assist – families, seniors and individuals – receive more than a meal: it’s Christmas...
“A Hug in a Bowl” is the Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers slogan that says it all! Soup Sisters mission is to provide support in a kind, generous and meaningful way while promoting civic engagement and building communities through a...
Empower, inspire and encourage the next generation of philanthropic leaders in our community through our "Make Your Mark" school-based initiative engaging more than 20 schools in various poverty awareness projects. All K-12 students in the Alberta Capital Region will be...
Our idea is called Leaders Now. It is a ‘Pay it Forward’ concept where a 12-week mentoring program, Kids Now, is facilitated by its alumni. Kids Now is a free after-school program delivered to grade 7 and 8 students which...
Please accept my application for funding for the project entitled ‘East End Community Orchards’. This project is meant to complement another project which is already underway (Edible East End) and includes numerous plantings of edible species at a variety of...
Have you tried getting dressed in the morning and trying to live up to the demands of being a mom without a bra? It is uncomfortable to say the least. Not being able to afford a bra or underwear also...
We are creating a feature length documentary called The Secret Marathon. The film follows the stories of six people who completed the Marathon of Afghanistan in November, 2016. The project began in 2015 when legendary marathon runner, philanthropist and Cochrane...
KidSport Edmonton would like to request $10,000 in order to help 50 kids play the sport of their choice during this fall/winter sports season. KidSport helps pay for sport registration fees for Kids from low income families. In 2015, KidSport...
Since 2003, CCI-LEX has been supporting newcomers and building community connections with its English language programs and emphasis on cultural exchange. At the time of the Syrian refugee crisis, CCI-LEX was an active participant in meetings with the Syrian Stakeholder...
Students on the autism spectrum are valued members of our community with many strengths and skills who are capable of succeeding academically and socially when provided with specific instruction and support to overcome the complex challenges they often face. All...
The Famous 5 Foundation, in conjunction with GirlPower, holds workshops for girls ages 7 to 10 aimed at providing them with tools and strategies for developing a strong sense of self, thereby giving them the foundation to be true to...
The Edmonton Native Youth Justice Committee is a project that includes involvement from several organizations and volunteers dedicated to working restoratively with Aboriginal Youth that are Justice involved. Edmonton Native Youth Justice Committee will train volunteers regarding the specific needs...
Expanding and improving the community gardens as there is a growing need for gardening opportunities in the inner city of Calgary. Our goal for 2016 is well under way as we have built 4 new raised garden boxes with new...