Strategic Opportunity Grant

Overview of the Strategic Opportunity Grant program:

The Strategic Opportunity Grant, offered by the Calgary Foundation, is designed to provide flexible and timely funding to support organizations that require resources to seize unique opportunities or address unexpected challenges. This grant is aimed at helping organizations enhance their impact in the community by enabling them to take advantage of strategic opportunities that align with their mission. Please note* Due to an increase in ineligible applications, we now require you to contact Grants Staff to discuss eligibility or click here to schedule a conversation. A passcode is required to submit an application which will be provided during this discussion. **Grant request deadlines are midnight on the 1st of each month.

Benefits of the Strategic Opportunity Grant program:

• The Strategic Opportunity Grant offers several key benefits to organizations:
• Flexible Funding: The grant is designed to be responsive to the immediate needs of organizations, allowing them to quickly leverage opportunities or address unforeseen challenges.
• Capacity Building: Funding can be used for a wide range of activities, including pilot projects, organizational development, capacity building, or scaling innovative programs.
• Community Impact: By providing timely financial support, the grant helps organizations maximize their impact in the community, ensuring they can continue to fulfill their mission and goals.

Eligibility criteria of the Strategic Opportunity Grant program:

• To be eligible for the Strategic Opportunity Grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Nonprofit Status: The organization must be a registered charity or a qualified donee under the Income Tax Act.
• Alignment with Mission: The opportunity or challenge addressed by the grant must align with the organizations mission and have a clear benefit to the community.
• Timely Need: The funding should be for a time-sensitive initiative that requires immediate financial support.