Major Grants

Major Grants support single or multi-year, large-scale initiatives with transformational impact that broadly enrich the community.

Calgary Foundation

Overview of the Major Grants program:

The Major Grants Program by the Calgary Foundation is designed to support large-scale initiatives that have a significant and lasting impact on the Calgary community and surrounding areas. This program provides substantial funding to charitable organizations for projects that address critical community needs, promote innovation, and enhance the quality of life for residents.

Benefits of the Major Grants program:

Substantial Funding: The Major Grants Program offers significant financial support to eligible projects. These grants are intended for large-scale initiatives that require substantial investment to achieve their goals. The amount of funding provided depends on the scope and impact of the project.
Broad Impact Areas: The program supports projects across a wide range of areas, including arts and culture, education, health and wellness, environment, community development, and social services. The focus is on initiatives that have the potential to create long-term positive change in the community.
Innovation and Sustainability: The Calgary Foundation encourages projects that bring innovative solutions to community challenges and demonstrate sustainability. Proposals should outline how the project will continue to benefit the community beyond the grant period.

Eligibility criteria of the Major Grants program:

Registered Charities: To be eligible for a Major Grant, applicants must be registered charities in Canada. The organization should have a strong track record of effective programming and community impact.
Community Benefit: Projects must demonstrate a clear benefit to the Calgary community or surrounding areas. This includes addressing a significant need, filling a gap in services, or enhancing the well-being of residents.
Feasibility: Applicants must present a well-developed project plan, including a detailed budget, timeline, and evidence of the project's feasibility. The project should have clear goals, measurable outcomes, and a plan for evaluation.