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Our idea is to establish a Care Closet at Abbott School, a vital resource aimed at supporting our students who face economic challenges. In our low-income neighborhood, many families struggle to meet basic needs, which can negatively impact students’ well-being,...
The "Creating Memories and Connections" initiative by Alberta Dreams is a unique project designed to bring together families of children who have experienced severe or life-threatening medical conditions. This project aims to host six regional family events across Alberta, providing...
Kulture Institute of Cosmetology addresses significant challenges faced by marginalized communities in Alberta, particularly related to a lack of access to career opportunities, representation in the beauty industry, and the need for empowerment through skills development. The problem is multifaceted:...
“Kohkum Sahkitowin” translated from Cree to English means, “A Grandmothers Love.” As someone who’s already pledged profits from my newly published book, “Lights After Life: An Urban Indigenous Hip Hop Story.” I have been building up to this which is...
We are a local not for profit that run back country mental health retreats. In these retreats we teach people how to safely be able to back country camp so they can utilize it as a tool for their mental...
Northreach Society is a non-profit organization located in Northern Alberta which focuses on addressing the social determinants of health. The organization was incorporated in 1987 and has grown and changed over the years to address the needs of the community,...
Our CAREmels project is Autism Independent Living Association's first ever social enterprise. AiLA is an autism led charity in Edmonton, with a mission to support autistic adults with moderate needs, to develop their full potential in their journey toward independence...
Our Idea: A 1-Year Pilot to Expand Adult Day Programming ElderCare Edmonton operates recreational Adult Day Programs (ADPs) that support individuals experiencing social isolation, cognitive decline, or physical challenges, as well as their caregivers. Our programs create a community atmosphere...
Shiloh is a year-round Christian organization serving children and youth ages 7-17 living in high-risk and vulnerable situations in Edmonton and area. We work exclusively with those from low-income families, group homes and foster care. We run a summer camp...
The Rose of Tralee Western Canada Rose Centre would like to develop a Rose Bud Program that aims at inspiring young girls aged 7-12 to excel at their achievements and give back to their communities by pairing them with established...
To educate the community on the prevention of and bring awareness to Child Sexual Abuse and it long term negative impacts on our society. We have been able to bring this awareness to our Martial Arts community and our prize...
I am wanting to run a multi sports program for students with disabilities. This past ball hockey season, when talking with parents of the special needs players that I volunteered with, there were no other sports offered for these amazing...
The Lakeland Rural Cat Clinic offers price reduced Spay and Neuter of feral, stray and barn cats since 2018. While most people can afford to fix a couple of cats, residents who have small colonies on their property are often...
GRIT has collaborated with APEGA, Alberta Professional Engineers & Geologists of Alberta to co-create a solution for young children with disabilities. Having access to independent movement is critical to brain development for all young children. Considering that children without disabilities...
Early Music Alberta (EMA) is an Edmonton-based non-profit arts organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating early music through our annual concert series and world-class festival. Our focus is on medieval, renaissance, and baroque music, particularly as played on historical instruments...
Many people refer to Edmonton as a ‘winter city’. For most residents of the Capital Region, this means a shift in outdoor activities, anticipation of holidays and the start of the hockey and ski seasons. But for our less fortunate...
Zoe's Animal Rescue Society is a registered Canadian charity and a 100 percent volunteer-run organization. Zoe's is a network of dedicated volunteers that are committed to the welfare, rehabilitation, rehoming and veterinary care of animals, specifically dogs and cats in...
At Old Strathcona Youth Society, we are a low-barrier street-level organization that offers resources, referrals, and recreation to unhoused youth aged 14-24 in the Old Strathcona area of Edmonton, including hundreds of Indigenous youths. We do this by taking a...
Parkinson Association of Alberta would like to develop and run a Transition to Care Program for loved ones of people with Parkinson disease and Parkinson's Plus Syndromes. This program would be designed specifically for spouses/care partners and adult children of...
Introduction Agroforestry is the integration of trees and shrubs into crop and animal farming systems. During our work in agroforestry, we see a regular disconnect between concerned Albertans, and the organizations and information they are looking for. Whether landowners are...
Volunteering makes an immeasurable difference in the lives of volunteers and to the people that benefit from volunteering. Unfortunately, some individuals face barriers that do not allow them to volunteer. Our idea is to support individuals to address barriers to...
The University of Alberta Black Students' Association (UABSA) is a student-led organization dedicated to celebrating and uplifting the Black community. Our mission is to advocate for Black excellence, provide support, and create spaces for Black students and community members to...
Harisine Community League plans to give our playground and park a renewal - replacing the existing structure and adding new features to better serve our community members and surrounding schools (both an elementary school and junior high school). The community...
This collaborative program is called: Taste Masters with NSTEP. Collaborating Agencies: Nutrition Students Teachers Exercising with Parents (NSTEP); Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton (BGCBigs): Edmonton Public Library (EPL). Class/Event Objective(s): Youth clients from the Boys...
Pay it Forward for the Planet is a community-focused program that connects youth to conservation while allowing them to participate in a field trip. Alberta's education budget is the lowest in Canada, and has been so over multiple years. Increasing...
Edmonton area youth need a positive, welcoming, one-stop-shop to get all the support they need on their journey to mental health and wellness. Maybe you are a teen, or you can think back to when you were a teenager, struggling...
Here at Eastglen High School, we are ranked the highest on the social vulnerability index for all "brick and mortar" high schools in Edmonton Public. This vulnerability index means our students lead much more complex lives and encounter significantly more...
Tails of Help sees a future where essential health care for companion animals is accessible to all. Our program facilitates access to essential veterinary care for Albertans facing financial hardship. We preserve the human-animal bond by keeping pets healthy and...
Momentum has embraced the opportunity to merge with the Mental Health Co-Pilots (MHCP). This collaboration project will allow Momentum to expand our resources and perspectives, access enhanced volunteer support, and align our efforts toward our shared goal with the MHCP...
The Braille Tone Music Society (BTMS) is an inclusive artistic community which pursues engaging and rewarding musical experiences for all of its members, beyond any limiting factor. Our mission is to empower individuals of varying abilities to pursue professional instruction...
Candora has served Northeast Edmonton for over 35 years, providing grassroots community resources, learning programs, family programs, etc., and has been a pillar of the greater Beverly Community. The community of Beverly has one of the highest rates of poverty...
The EmpowerHer project aims to provide comprehensive basic computer skills training specifically designed for immigrant women, fostering digital literacy and empowering them to navigate the increasingly technology-driven world. This initiative addresses a critical gap in access to technology education, helping...
I’m Eddie Wiens, and I’m an emerging singer/songwriter in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada who writes, produces, records, and performs music “for kids and anyone who was ever once a kid!” My songs are engaging for kids (as well as for parents...
Our idea is to level the playing field when it comes to involvement in high school sports at our school. High school athletics provide an invaluable opportunity for youth to develop essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, resilience, and...
Community connection through exercise and mentorship, directly improve mental health and wellness of youth and their families. Removing financial barriers that disconnect children and youth from the communities they live in is an important need that is currently under met....
**The Nest: A Community Care Closet at WINGS** At WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger), we understand that families seeking refuge in our shelters often arrive with little more than a few bags of belongings. To address this urgent need,...
Program Overview: Fitness Trans Formed: Rise and Thrive aims to support the health and wellness of Trans youth aged 12-17 during their transition to adulthood. This program will provide an inclusive, trauma-informed environment where participants can explore their identities and...
Our current park was redeveloped in 1998 as a result of efforts of a Playground and Park Redevelopment Committee of the Kensington Community League. In fall of 2019 Kensington residents were asked to complete a survey to determine the needs...
The Artist Connect Zoom Art Classes project is a digital initiative designed to support and connect artists with disabilities in Alberta, particularly in the Edmonton area. With a growing demand for our program, it is crucial to secure additional funding...
The idea is to create opportunities for people from African descent, especially those comprised from students, newcomers, women and elders to engage with local communities, share and preserve their rich musical heritage, cultivate cultural exchange. This project is using the...
We are seeking funding to support outdoor rink operations this year, including an added skate instruction program for the community children and youth in partnership with Free Play for Kids. We have established two skating surfaces, one standard size ice...
The proposed project, "Community Bridge," aims to foster Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) within rural communities in the Alberta Capital Region by creating opportunities for newcomers to actively participate, contribute, and thrive. The project consists of three main components: board...
Dating back to February 1962, the Sherwood Heights Community League (then referred to as the Sherwood Park Community League) was responsible for the first Winter Carnival held at the Log Cabin and the Sherwood Heights skating rink. The Winter Carnival...
SkirtsAfire is Edmonton’s theatre and multidisciplinary arts organization featuring women. Our 10 day festival runs each March at various venues in the city. Programming reflects the true diversity of the thriving arts community in Alberta and Canada, and is adaptive...
The idea behind Neuro Centered is to develop a non profit center that is able to offer affordable, safe, timely and effective rehabilitation and wellness programs for individuals with various neurological conditions. The idea is the center will foster a...
Providing Animals With Safety for Life (PAWS for Life; PAWS for short) Foundation is located in Edmonton and was established in 2009. We are dedicated to improving the lives of abandoned, abused and neglected dogs through force-free training, rehabilitation, and...
The mission of the Inferno Wheelchair Basketball Society is to promote and develop the sport of wheelchair basketball while providing competitive opportunities for all athletes regardless of physical ability or gender. Sports provides exercise which benefits both physical and mental...
The Alberta Diabetes Foundation proposes to facilitate equity in diabetes research by removing financial barriers for University of Alberta researchers with diabetes. It is widely recognized that stipends for University of Alberta graduate studies and post-doctorial fellows are not comparable...
The idea behind Berry Crafty Bees is to create an inclusive and accessible art program that empowers individuals of all abilities to explore their creativity in a supportive, community-driven environment. The program is designed to offer small group art classes...
We are applying to extend the Integrated School Support Program (ISSP). The goal of ISSP is to highlight the importance of implementing wrap around supports earlier on in student's school community. The vision is to help prevent the violence and...
The Autism Edmonton Travelling Sensory Spaces Program aims to break down barriers to accessibility at Edmonton’s public events for autistic individuals. These environments—such as concerts, sporting events, and festivals—are often overstimulating and overwhelming for autistic attendees, making it difficult for...
Our idea is to launch a sticker campaign designed to empower autistic individuals to embrace their unique traits and advocate for their needs without verbal communication. The stickers will feature brief, affirming messages that challenge negative stereotypes and highlight the...
Help us develop a graphic novel for upper elementary-aged children that supports the inclusion and belonging of kids with disabilities! The story follows the twists and turns of a friendship between two girls, one who has a disability and one...
Back to School Hampers - provide families in need some help with groceries and some clothes as kids head back to school. There are many hamper programs for Christmas and even school supply support, but as far as we know,...
The Community Association for Lasting Success (CALS) is a local, nonprofit, charitable organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. CALS was incorporated in 1998 as a result of several community organizations meeting to identify service gaps not met by...
The Don Berner Big Band plays a FREE afternoon concert in city hall in April, 2025. This allows people who couldn't normally afford a ticket as part of our regular season to attend as well as performing the music of...
NLAC is a Metis led, nonprofit organization, with the mission to develop leaders in sport to be leaders in life. Sport psychology is crucial for youth athletes for several reasons. There have been many studies surrounding this topic. NLAC is...
The Be Brave Ranch is a unique, trauma-informed treatment center designed to address the long-term effects of child sexual abuse on mental health and family relationships. Our idea is to continue providing comprehensive, multi-disciplinary therapeutic programs that help children and...
Who are we? The Lucina Birth Centre (LBC) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to be accessible to everyone, regardless of their race, gender, religion, culture, or socioeconomic status. We offer a supportive, inclusive, and comfortable birthing environment. We...
Harmonia is a group of seven string and wind players who wish to perform for the public to increase their ability to see live performances. Concert locations may include venues such as seniors’ residences and hospitals, parks, community centres and...
The Animal-Assisted Therapy Program at the Be Brave Ranch by Little Warriors is designed to support the healing journey of children who have experienced sexual abuse. This trauma-informed program integrates therapy animals, including dogs and small animals, into the therapeutic...
The Edmonton Epilepsy Association (EEA) is the sole registered charity and community organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by epilepsy in Northern Alberta. For nearly 65 years, we have been at the forefront of supporting...
Our current park was redeveloped in 1998 as a result of efforts of a Playground and Park Redevelopment Committee of the Kensington Community League. In fall of 2019 Kensington residents were asked to complete a survey to determine the needs...
The BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre provides education, support, resources and compassion for all of life’s experiences, from birth to death. Currently, the two largest programs are our award-winning Community Preschool and the Counselling division, which provides support to anyone...
The Youth Restorative Actions Project’s (YRAP’s) Drop In Program provides young people facing various complexities and who are often navigating the criminal justice system a weekly opportunity to engage in prosocial activities and help form positive communities. Youth are given...
To organize a provincial workshop for family law & mental health professionals to finalize a proposal to advance Parenting Coordination (PC) in Alberta; to disseminate the proposal to key players in the Family Justice system; and to produce and disseminate...
Colour the Trails Advocacy Inc. is a Canada-wide Black woman owned business, focused on improving access to outdoor activities for BIPoC and QTBIPoC adventurers. We are community engagement experts who connect our community to subject matter experts to create access...
Mental health can affect anyone at any time. Everyday people your community are desperate for support, close to relapse, alone, afraid, distressed, perhaps even having thoughts of harming themselves. Our sisters and brothers, our partners parents, neighbours, co-workers, children, and...
Approximately 1 in 8 people face mental issues in some shape or form. Despite this statistic, many people don’t get help when needed because looking for mental health resources can be a very disheartening, frustrating and time-consuming process. Mental Health...
When our community comes together for events and activities, big and small, most of us fail to think about the difficulties that the autistic community faces in participating in these environments. Sporting events, concerts, and festivals are the heart of...
The LITE program (The Leader In Training Experience) is a community-based project designed to empower underserved youth in grades 6 to 12 by providing them with valuable opportunities to develop leadership skills, foster teamwork, and gain job-relevant experiences. This project...
Our Vision: A future where essential health care for companion animals is accessible to all. Our Mission: Tails of Help is a registered charity dedicated to keeping Alberta pets healthy and with their families — through education, and financial aid...
The Kids Up Front Wishlist Program is an initiative designed to empower deserving youth and revolutionize the way we at Kids Up Front provide enriching experiences. Kids Up Front provides fun, enriching experiences to deserving kids in the community by...
The existing playground in our neighbourhood needs to be replaced in the near future and more importantly it needs renewed life! As neighbours we want to enhance the lifespan of our outdoor amenity, plus create a gathering place for all....
SCARS is a non-profit, registered charitable organization that is dedicated to reducing the number of homeless, injured and abandoned animals in northern Alberta. Since 2002, SCARS has rescued, rehabilitated and re-homed over 17,000 animals. SCARS is looking to acquire a...
In Edmonton, we have a need for quality palliative homecare. Right now, over 50% of clients who are part of the Palliative Homecare Program in Edmonton end up dying in hospital, despite having expressed their wishes to die in home....
The Beauty In Wellness Advocacy program will be a virtual training program designed just to equip beauty professionals (hairstylists, aestheticians, tattoo artists, etc..) in Northern Alberta with Mental Health First Aid training and specialized wellness resources to develop a stronger...
Girls In Sport Alberta's programs gives girls, ages 4-17, an inspiring and confidence-building multi-sport experience that not only introduces them to a range of sports, fostering the development of diverse sport-specific skills, but also instills confidence, competence and motivation. Each...
SNAP is a leading center for printmaking in Canada, graciously located in ᐊᒥᐢᑲᐧᒋᐋᐧᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ / Amiskwacîwâskahikan/Edmonton on Treaty 6 territory. We strive to advance visual culture, working with Artists, audiences, and communities. Our mission is to provide critical space and resources...
This project is to help AILA launch a series of videos for autistic adults, under the themes of financial education and independent living skills. The videos will be facilitated and designed for the unique challenges and learning styles of adults...
The Valley Zoo Development Society aims to connect, care, and conserve. A key component of that is to connect students to conservation through the Pay it Forward For the Planet program. “In the end, we will conserve only what we...
As the provincial sport organization, we are leaders of cross-country skiing throughout Alberta. Our mission is to advocate for life-long participation in Nordic skiing for all Albertans, especially under-represented groups such as Indigenous populations, girls and women, and persons with...
The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories (AS AB/NT) serves over 9,200 individuals across Alberta and the Northwest Territories. These are persons living with dementia (PLWD), care partners (CP), family and friends. To respond to this growing number, we...
A major emphasis of the support the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul provides to our client-friends relates to promoting their dignity and giving them the capacity to help themselves. While we do provide some emergency food items to our...
Good Women Dance Collective (GWDC) will commission local emerging choreographer, Diego Ramalho, to create a new full length work over a 5 week rehearsal period as part of our 23/24 season. This project is a chance to bridge the gap...
“Kohkum Sahkitowin” translated from Cree to English means, “A Grandmothers Love.” As someone who’s already pledged profits from my newly published book, “Lights After Life: An Urban Indigenous Hip Hop Story.” I have been building up to this which is...
We are looking for funding to provide Basic English classes for refugee claimants or asylum seekers in Edmonton, as they have very limited options for affordable English classes compared to Permanent Residents (PRs) and Citizens, due to their indeterminate immigration...
Many of our residents come to us directly from the encampments or from a houseless environment for a significant period of time. Readiness for work is normally the lowest priority as our residents struggle with addiction, mental health and physical...
WILDNorth’s proposed new Healthy Backyards program is an environmental education program that targets communities in Northern Alberta, with the inaugural year taking place in and around the Greater Edmonton area. Built specifically for community leagues, these free one-hour presentations will...
Our idea is to empower disadvantaged youth in Alberta through sports. Play Without Barriers (PWB) envisions a community where all young individuals, regardless of their economic background, have the opportunity to participate in sports and experience its numerous benefits. To...
The St. Dominic School Parent Advisory Society is a non-profit organization that supports and fundraises efforts for the St. Dominic Elementary School and surrounding community, located in Edmonton, Alberta. Our idea is to build a new inclusive and accessible playground...
ACCESsible Kids Sports League will be a project to help the existing programs' updating, delivery and expansion. This project will be under the ACCES Health and wellness programs aimed at helping young children, youth and adults alike stay active and...
Background: Out of Africa Animal Sanctuary, situated in rural Alberta, just 20 minutes from Edmonton, is a volunteer-run charitable organization founded in 2002. They care for nearly 100 animals, including horses, donkeys, cats, dogs, and even a duck. The sanctuary...
Stepping Stones Crisis Society has one vision and that is "Prevention of family violence through public awareness, outreach and supports". This emergency women's shelter has been in operation for over 40 years in Cold Lake and offers their desperately needed...
12 women. 12 pairs of shoes. 12 stories. "The Shoe Project" is a growing family of immigrant women, Canadian authors, and theatre artists passionate about writing expressively, and creating public performances where the brave and moving stories of newcomers and...
I am an advocate for Little Warriors. My sister was a victim of sexual abuse. I have a passion to help educate people of the trauma that can happen. On my 60th Birthday I organized 60X60@60. I grappled with 60...
The Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA) program is a unique initiative the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra offers to Grade 1-12 students in Northern Alberta’s priority neighbourhoods. The program uses music for social change and teaches our students the values of...
Ukrainian Canadian Social Services (UCSS) lies at the heart of Edmonton's community history, tracing its roots to October 14, 1977. As a non-profit charitable organization, UCSS plays a pivotal role in addressing the evolving needs of the Ukrainian community. With...
Newcomers to Canada often experience the pressures of assimilation in their work, school, and social settings, where dominant beliefs and behaviors are often emphasized. There are many barriers (racism, financial, language, cultural, transportation, lack of information and time and etc.)...
We host an annual men's event with the local men's hockey team in our community. We bring in a guest speaker that has struggled with addiction or mental health issues, and close out the evening with a "hot stove panel"...
The idea presented here is to establish a program that enables the vulnerable, marginalized, low income families in our community many with mental health issues, including people on Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH), people with disabilities, people on...
Alberta's ArTiVenture Conference - Western Canada's Premier Tech-Enabled Artpreneur Collision Conference In an era where creativity and technology intersect, we present the ArTiVenture Conference, a groundbreaking event designed to spotlight the fusion of art and entrepreneurship in Western Canada. Our...
At Kello Inclusive, we are pioneering a remarkable change in the world of talent representation. We proudly stand as Canada's inaugural, exclusively inclusive talent agency, dedicated to championing disabled and neurodiverse talent. Kello's journey began with a deeply personal motivation,...
Our kids are not OK! It’s a frightening reality that we are hearing from parents, teachers, families, and research. The physical and mental health of our youth is in crisis and needs urgent attention! NSTEP (Nutrition Students Teachers Exercising with...
Welcome to Play will serve as a much needed bridge to a new life in Canada for refugee children. Refugee families continue to come into Canada, and Edmonton in large numbers. They come with very little and are tasked with...
For many years, the community around Hardisty School has relied year-round on the school’s playground as a place to gather, play, and live a healthy life. However, this playground is simply too small and inaccessible to serve our school and...
Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) has access to, and exclusive use of, a sizeable greenhouse through the generosity of our supporters. As a society, we have professionals with backgrounds in agrology, forestry, biology, and horticulture, who are capable of...
From May 5 – 11, 2024, 16 teams of more than 500 athletes and 100 coaches, plus officials, dignitaries, and spectators, will be travelling to Grande Prairie for the 2024 NAHC. An exciting blend of sport and culture, this event...
Empowering Young Women and At-Risk Youth: Join The Artisan Square's Entrepreneur Program! Located at 1-118 Millennium Drive, Fort McMurray is seeking a $30,000 Grant to Fund the Program! The Artisan Square is thrilled to introduce our Entrepreneur Program, designed specifically...
We are seeking funding to support outdoor rink operations this year, including an added skate instruction program for the community children and youth. We have established two skating surfaces, one standard size ice and one smaller rink for the 'tikes'...
We have launched the 2024 Summer of Dreams initiative which will allow us to fulfill an additional twelve dreams in 2024, for a total of thirty-six, with a renewed focus on expanding our impact across the province. Having a dream...
The EEA is planning to create our own interactive live show to teach kids of all ages about epilepsy, through our own scripted show, with increased levels of interaction with our audiences, and through lived experience, presenting the information in...
Make your Mark (MYM) is a community-based leadership development program that educates students (grades K-12) on poverty, the role of non-profits, and students’ agency as leaders. Teachers across the Alberta Capital Region educate students about need in community, the role...
Linking Generations (LG) is a charitable organization whose purpose is to bring two different generations together so they can share their knowledge and life experiences and to encourage volunteering and social responsibility in youth. VISION STATEMENT: Where seniors and youth...
We run back country retreat program for people who struggle with their mental health. We strongly believe that the mountains, back country and nature has the power to heal our minds. We would use the funds to 2 retreats (10...
Since its inception in 1977, the Edmonton Firefighter’s Burn Treatment Society (EFBTS) has been committed to the advancement of research, treatment, and recovery of thermal injuries, relentlessly raising both funds and awareness. Each year, in partnership with Easter Seals Camp...
Our idea would be "Guided Winterized Fat E-Bike Food Tours," a unique fusion of winter exploration, electric bike technology, and local culinary delight in one of Canada's most picturesque winter destinations. From the charm of snow-covered landscapes to the tantalizing...
We will be bringing in Blue Note recording artist and Grammy nominee Melissa Aldana as a special guest in March of 2024 as part of the Don Berner Big Band concert season
This organization has been working with youth all across AB for a decade. Each year, they hold a children’s fishing contest and through donations and minor registration fees hold an annual fishing competition at Calling Lake, AB. They are limited...
Our idea is to create a safe space and opportunity to gather with Elders in our region for a meal/event once per month. We provide monthly meals through the use of a rented space in our region to prepare, cook...
Founded and led by a diverse group of women, The Black Bookshelf Project’s (TBBP) mission is to promote equality by equipping schools, child care centers, and organizations with supportive educational resources that increase community appreciation of diversity. TBBP specifically curates...
In Canada, suicide is the second leading cause of death for children and youth aged 10 to 19 years. Nearly one in five youth aged 15 to 17 report that their mental health was “fair” or “poor” (Statistics Canada, 2019)....
The dream to hold Indigenous games began in the 1970’s. The first ever Native Summer games was held in Enoch, Alberta in 1971. It attracted over 3000 participants with 13 sports. Since 1971 it has grown and been held all...
The need for urgent attention to the crisis of youth mental health has been in existence for years. Currently, pathways to care can be disconnected, confusing, lengthy, and often traumatic. There is a significant and persistent gap between identified service...
Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society is asking for a Training Transport Vehicle. On average, the cost to breed, raise, train, and place an Assistance Dog is roughly $40,000 while we place them with our clients for only $1! Our...
The Edmonton Ski Club (ESC) is pleased to submit an Idea for consideration for the Field Law Community Fund. ESC is a non-profit organization focused on providing outdoor recreation opportunities to its community. Its mission is to provide accessible, affordable...
This project will benefit ALL THREE Community Markets as they are PAA's service area for people living with and affected by Parkinson disease. Receiving a Parkinson disease or Parkinson's Plus diagnosis can be overwhelming for both the individual diagnosed and...
Mental Health Copilots (MHC) is a non-profit organization that connects individuals to qualified mental health professionals in Alberta. Our free, personalized service helps people find local mental health providers, understand and choose between therapy alternatives, explore cost and payment options,...
Our current park was redeveloped in 1998 as a result of efforts of a Playground and Park Redevelopment Committee of the Kensington Community League. In fall of 2019 Kensington residents were asked to complete a survey to determine the needs...
Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society (IWARS) is an animal rescue organization located in Edmonton, Alberta and services Edmonton and the surrounding areas. Our organization is a registered charity and entirely volunteer based. We rely 100% on donations, and in turn...
Our idea is to establish a new program within our organization with the specific focus to prevent homelessness. Every individual has a right to have a home. This program will provide emergency funds for our clients who are facing imminent...
The Next Chapter Program is an eight-week program for parents going through divorce or separation. During the 8 weeks parents will explore their own grief & loss processing, build their communication capacities and learn from each other the ways in...
"Civil Blood: A Treaty Story" is an immersive theatre production and community conversation set at Fort Edmonton Park about what it means to be a 'treaty' person. This idea began in 2014 as a conversation between Anishinaabe playwright Josh Languedoc...
Individuals that Transition into care often lose the ability to be able to go into the community for engaging experiences. Often Transportation is a challenge as they have lost the ability to drive or have to rely on family members...
We'd like to increase accessibility to one of our sports, powerchair soccer, which in turn will help us with player retention in the province. The sport is growing, and we'd like to grow with it so we can provide our...
The Assignment Saving Lives bursary program at Canadian Blood Services, funded entirely by philanthropic donors, invites students to help recruit the next generation of blood donors as a crucial part of Canada’s Lifeline. It’s an opportunity for students over the...
We are requesting $30,000 to reconnect in person with 21 APPLE school communities as a part of a pandemic recovery strategy to support mental health. Reconnecting with the communities in person is a key approach to building strong relationships and...
For low-resourced seniors, benefits and supports such as Old Age Security can be critical to meeting basic needs including food security and maintaining housing or accessing the affordable housing that can prevent homelessness. When income taxes are not filed, a...
Future Creators is a non-profit organization based at the University of Alberta that inspires future engineers and technology innovators by providing youth with the mentors, knowledge, and resources to bring their own technology projects to life. Students are matched with...
The Council of Canadians of African and Caribbean Heritage has been hosting our flagship Jeopardy style game show AfroQuiz for over 30 years and we would now like to bring it into classrooms in various schools across Edmonton. We’d be...
Responding to the challenges and unique needs of children and teens struggling with the serious illness and anticipated death of a loved one, Pilgrims Hospice Society is developing a 6-week program called Help Understanding Grief and Serious Illness (HUGSI). Our...
To establish a community Maker Space for local makers, hobbyists and artists. Providing a community of like minded people that would provide access to tools and workspaces not normally available to them to empower them to learn new skills and...
Boys and Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters (BGCBigs) is a community-supported organization committed to the healthy development of children, youth, and their families by providing safe places, positive relationships, services, and opportunities to develop personal strengths and interpersonal skills...
The Facilitating Women’s Economic Empowerment (FWEE) project is a micro-lending and barrier-free market collective that aims to support efforts to insulate women against gender-based violence. The FWEE project will facilitate the development of women’s economic independence so as to improve...
Every year, 1 in 6 Albertans thinks seriously about suicide. More than 5-10 every week will die by suicide. CMHA Edmonton wants to bring Skills for Safer Living (SfSL) to our city to help people who are at risk for...
Each year Collision provides 1000s of innovators, technology companies and entrepreneurs the opportunity to meet with investors, customers, and supporters. This is the premiere technology conference in North America, and we have seen that innovators and entrepreneurs make deals and...
In partnership with Action for Healthy Communities, Ballet Edmonton's IDEA is to launch West African Dance For Newcomers - a free dance and music program for youth (age 13-17) who are newcomers to Canada from the West African community in...
Kids Up Front is developing a board game with the goal of bringing children and their caregivers, families, peers, and important people together to enjoy a fun, entertaining game night and create lasting memories. The board game is designed to...
The Partner Supported School Program- We run a program that allows us to provide access to STEM Learning and the Telus World of Science to the most needy schools across Edmonton. We are provided a list by the School board...
KDM Helping Hands is a local St. Albert charity that provides support to children and families through random acts of kindness, one of the core values is "If you can give back you should" and we work to bring joy...
Weaving Roots is a grassroots not-for-profit organization created to elevate, empower, collaborate and build trusting and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities starting with Alberta and eventually branching out to include all of Canada. We endeavor to accomplish our mission...
The Ardrossan Bison Football Team has been around for many years. Over the years there have been female football players but the last couple years we have seen an increase in the interest to play football by female students. This...
SkirtsAfire is Edmonton’s theatre and multidisciplinary arts festival featuring women. Our 10 day programming runs each March at various venues in the city. We present powerful and insightful stories to a diverse audience that is hungry to be moved by...
Dust off your cowboy hat & shine up those boots for our 2nd Annual Gala event! Please join us on April 14, 2023, at the Evario Event Centre for the Everyday Heroes Gala as we celebrate and recognize front-line workers...
We are a totally volunteer group and help people in need. We would like assistance for our insurance costs $9900, new laptop $2500 and new Phone $1500, total costs $13,900. This will help us manage the requests to our phone...
Often if families are struggling to put food on the table, they are struggling to purchase basic health necessities. "Brush Up! Alberta" provides oral health kits (toothpaste, toothbrush, and floss) to 103 Albertan Food Banks. The Alberta Dental Foundation organizes...
The unimaginable has happened and war was at your front step. On the brink of destruction and facing impossible choices, you flee with those closest to you, including treasured pets that are a source of never-ending comfort. Your family is...
Zoe’s Animal Rescue is a 100% volunteer-run, registered Canadian charity committed to the welfare, rehabilitation, rehoming, and veterinary care of animals, specifically canines and felines, in and around the Edmonton Area. We rely entirely on donations, grant funding, and fundraising...
The playground at St. Vladimir School is at least 20 years old and outdated. Several of the pieces need to be replaced as they are unsafe for use by children of our school and community. Our playground area also has...
Having worked in Youth Addiction and Forensic Mental Health over six years now, I have observed an omission in demography of children in mental health care between 18 years and 25 years of age. The Youth Addiction and Forensic Mental...
The development of 2 therapeutic spaces including snoezelen multi-sensory equipment and culturally supportive and agile materials. The development of these resources will immediately benefit the population we serve; children, youth and high risk young people living with substance misuse issues...
Access to Free Mental Health Services for Immigrants and Newcomers Based on the model of our Pro Bono Law Clinic, this project will provide much needed free mental health services to immigrants and newcomers in Edmonton, Alberta. The 12-month long...
Irma Minor Ball in Irma is a very strong program that has deep roots all the way back to 1952. We are famous for our ball program both provincially and nationally, with many tournaments hosted provincially every year and even...
SKYDANCER INDIGENOUS CULTURAL SOCIETY KNOWING, HONOURING AND SHARING INDIGENOUS CULTURE AND ART Skydancer knows the passion of our culture bearers and artists, who want to share Indigenous ways of knowing and creativity, and so we are developing a gathering place...
For many years, the community around Hardisty School has relied year-round on the school’s playground as a place to gather, play, and live a healthy life. Unfortunately, this playground is simply too small and inaccessible to serve our community and...
EASING MENTAL POVERTY; RECONNECTING SENIORS AND YOUTH AFTER A TWO YEAR PANDEMIC Linking Generations (LG) is a charitable organization whose purpose is to bring two different generations together so they can share their knowledge and life experiences and to encourage...
Kayas Cultural College will facilitate Birch Sap Teachings for each of the three communities of the Little Red River Cree Nation. Birch Sap Teachings include important traditional knowledge and skills that many Nation members are missing, particularly in the younger...
We are seeking funding to support outdoor rink operations this year, including an added skate instruction program for the community children and youth. We have established two skating surfaces, one standard size ice and one smaller rink for the 'tikes'...
Beds for Kids - is a new effort to meet the growing need of our new Ukrainian families coming to Edmonton area. It is a project where we will partner with Edmonton area high schools to build beds for kids....
We at Helping Hands Society of Grande Prairie know how hard it is to be able to improve your life without the basic necessities. We believe that every family deserves the right to healthy, nutritious food options to ensure children...
YouthWrite Society Canada respectfully requests $10,000 for the 2023 Field Law Scholarship Fund to support kids who identify as at-risk, low income, new Canadian, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ or youth with mental and physical health challenges to attend YouthWrite, camps for kids...
Establish a Youth Mental Health Hub in St. Albert that is an evidence-based, youth-friendly, integrated service site to bring together wellness programs and services determined by youth for youth while not duplicate existing services.
Youth Unlimited invests in the lives of youth by providing holistic care, mentoring relationships, safe communities, and opportunities to give back. Our goal is not simply prevention but transformation. We have 3 youth centres (The Core, The Vault, and The...
Our plan is to open a fully functional, commercial Gourmet Dog Bakery, in Alix Alberta. Currently we are approved for Sobeys's and Co-ops within Central Alberta. The space will be combined with a retail space for the public to bring...
We will create a series of concerts which celebrate and center Indigenous musicians and composers. On March 18, 2023, we will welcome Vancouver's acclaimed professional chamber choir, musica intima, alongside Indigenous composer Andrew Balfour of Winnipeg. Together with our own...
We want to introduce you to the Halo Dog Project! Lucy’s Legacy …. Lucy is the first dog in Alberta and 2nd in Canada to be placed as a Victim Services dog within a Police-based Victim Services Unit. Lucy is...
Our idea is the development and implementation of a 'No-cost single session therapy' service provided to the community members within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, focused on: Prevention, early intervention, and navigation Therapy sessions will be provided by registered...
We are Canada's first inclusive talent agency that exclusively represents and advocates for disabled and neurodiverse talent. Here is our backstory … A few years ago, after getting our disabled daughter Kelty involved in modeling, her father Austin and I...
Sport Central is a children's charity that provides free sport equipment to under privileged children from 4 to 17 years old. Providing kids free equipment enables them to participate in sport who could not otherwise do so. Our Bicycle Program...
To quote Ronald Russo, a retired band director and music educator, “when students play music in an ensemble, they develop not only their musical technique and ear but also their ability to engage and empathize with others. Ensemble playing requires...
My name is Kiera Lyons I am a High-Performance Coach, Athlete Director and Manager of Goliath High Performance in Edmonton, a gym located on the west side of the city. My background is deeply rooted in sports and training, modalities...
Support for Bissell Centre’s Employment & Casual Labour Services Program. “It is not wealth one asks for, but just enough to preserve one's dignity, to work unhampered, to be generous, frank and independent.” W. Somerset Maugham Employment Services Bissell Centre...
Our idea is to REVITALIZE the outdoor recreation space around our Community Hall. With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic resulting in more people spending more time at home and in their community AND the demand for large outdoor spaces...
Edmonton School of Peer Support. The School of Peer Support would train people with lived experience of mental health challenges to support other community members with that same experience. Peer training helps peers model recovery, share their lived experience, and...
The existing playground at Hardisty School (Edmonton, AB) has very limited capacity for children, and its design hampers accessibility and engagement with the public. The Hardisty Band Booster Society is fundraising to expand the current playground with the addition of...
Our request to the Field Law Community Fund is to sustain the Multicultural Health Broker Cooperative’s (MCHB), Grocery Run, an emergency food distribution program. Grocery Run is in a time of transition, and our funding is coming to an end...
School taught you the Pythagorean Theorem; that the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell; and that a strong essay includes introduction, arguments and counter arguments, refutation, and conclusion. But, what about how to change the oil in your car?...
Sage works from and with the strengths and needs of seniors to support active and healthy aging in community. A holistic suite of social services, including life enrichment programming, social work supports, outreach and system navigation, information and resources related...
We, Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, are wanting to have a structure built on our school property that will protect our sweatlodge. This structure will also be used for cultural healing and teachings. We have funds that we have received...
The goal of the Champion Project Fund is enhancing student leadership. This projects offers financial grants for student-generated short term projects. These projects demonstrate their social justice values, while developing their leadership, communication, and team-building skills. Projects vary from reading...
The project will help 30 younger and newer self-employed new Canadians improve and accelerate business success in the Edmonton area. It will collect and share information on best practices of 20 successful self-employed New Canadians. Research participants and their peers...
Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society (DWW) is a leader in the international community of Assistance Dog training schools. Our vision is to transform lives and advance the Service Dog sector. Our mission is to foster integration and independence for...
The Spruce Grove and District Agricultural Heritage Society provides facilities, programs and events that bring people together to celebrate agriculture’s influence on the past, present and future of our community. We are the owners of a Historic Resource - a...
Sing for Life has been operating the New Beginnings choir for women serving sentences at Edmonton Institution for Women (the federal prison for women) since 2006. Over the past two years, we have made plans to expand this program to...
Mental Health Copilots (MHC) is a non-profit, Edmonton-based organization that aims to share accessible mental health resources. MHC was founded in 2019 by 3 University of Alberta students, based on an idea gifted to them by a professor. MHC holds...
Opera NUOVA is an Edmonton-based arts organization that bridges the gap between university arts education and the professional arena of opera and music theatre. It is dedicated to training emerging classical and music theatre vocalists, and every May/June brings artists...
The new Gene Zwozdesky Centre at Norwood will be home to one of the most innovative and leading-edge facilities providing integrated care for seniors in Edmonton and area. The centre provides a home to many seniors while additional medical programs...
YouthWrite Society Canada respectfully requests $15,000 for the 2022 Scholarship Fund to support kids who identify as at-risk, low income, new Canadian, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ or youth with mental and physical health challenges to attend YouthWrite, camps for kids who love...
Participation in the arts has been found to reduce symptoms associated with depression and anxiety; and promote adaptivity and resiliency. After months of uncertainty and social isolation in responding to COVID-19, art may help to strengthen skills to navigate the...
The Assignment Saving Lives bursary program, funded entirely by philanthropic donors, invites students to help recruit the next generation of blood donors as a crucial part of Canada’s Lifeline. It’s an opportunity for students over the age of 17 in...