Deadline: 27-Jul-2026
The City of Chestermere Community Grants program provides funding support to not-for-profit organizations, registered charities, and community groups delivering public-facing initiatives that strengthen community well-being. The programme supports projects in arts, culture, sports, recreation, heritage, and social development that benefit residents of Chestermere.
The funding is designed to improve access to local activities, encourage civic participation, and support initiatives aligned with City Council strategic priorities and the Social Needs Assessment.
Overview
The Community Grants program focuses on enhancing quality of life in Chestermere by supporting inclusive, accessible, and community-driven initiatives.
It prioritises projects that:
- Strengthen social well-being
- Encourage community engagement
- Expand access to arts, culture, and recreation
- Preserve history and heritage
- Promote equity and inclusion
- Support safe and active communities
All funded activities must serve the public and contribute to broader community benefit.
Funding Information
- Funding type: Community grant support
- Purpose: Support public-facing community programs and initiatives
- Target sectors:
- Arts and culture
- Sports and recreation
- History and heritage
- Community well-being initiatives
Funding is intended for organizations demonstrating financial need and active fundraising efforts.
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants include:
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Registered charities
- Established community groups
Applicants must:
- Deliver programs, services, events, or initiatives primarily serving Chestermere residents
- Ensure projects are open to the public or provide reasonable public access
- Demonstrate financial need
- Show active fundraising efforts
- Avoid duplication of existing community services
- Align with City Council priorities and Social Needs Assessment
Ineligible Applicants and Activities
The following are not eligible:
- Educational institutions
- Government institutions
- Political organizations
- Organizations in arrears with the City
- Groups that have failed to report on previous City funding
- Activities advancing explicitly religious purposes
Assessment Criteria
Applications are reviewed by a Grant Adjudication Committee and evaluated based on:
- Effectiveness of the proposed initiative
- Feasibility and practicality of implementation
- Alignment with community needs
- Level of community engagement
- Safety considerations
- Equity and inclusion impact
- Organizational capacity and readiness
Final recommendations are submitted to Council for information following committee review.
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Ensure your organization:
- Is a not-for-profit, registered charity, or community group
- Serves Chestermere residents
- Meets all eligibility conditions
Step 2: Develop Your Proposal
Prepare a project that:
- Aligns with community needs and City priorities
- Clearly defines objectives and expected outcomes
- Demonstrates public benefit and accessibility
Step 3: Demonstrate Capacity
Include details on:
- Organizational experience
- Financial need
- Fundraising efforts
- Ability to deliver the proposed initiative
Step 4: Submit Application
Complete and submit the application for review by the Grant Adjudication Committee.
Tips for Applicants
- Ensure strong alignment with community needs and City priorities.
- Clearly demonstrate public accessibility of your project.
- Highlight social impact and community engagement outcomes.
- Provide evidence of financial need and fundraising efforts.
- Avoid duplication of existing services in Chestermere.
- Emphasize inclusivity, safety, and equitable access.
Why This Program Matters
Community grants play an important role in strengthening local social infrastructure. By funding inclusive and accessible initiatives, the City of Chestermere supports programs that improve well-being, encourage participation in community life, and enhance cultural, recreational, and social opportunities for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can apply for the Community Grants program?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Registered charities
- Established community groups serving Chestermere residents
- What types of activities are funded?
- Arts and culture initiatives
- Sports and recreation programs
- Heritage and history projects
- Community well-being activities
- What is required for eligibility?
- Public-facing or accessible programming
- Demonstrated financial need
- Active fundraising efforts
- Alignment with City Council priorities
- Which applicants are not eligible?
- Educational institutions
- Government bodies
- Political organizations
- Organizations in arrears or non-compliant with reporting requirements
- Projects advancing explicitly religious purposes
- How are applications evaluated?
- Effectiveness
- Feasibility
- Community alignment
- Engagement
- Safety
- Equity and inclusion
- Organizational capacity
- Who makes the final decision?
- A Grant Adjudication Committee reviews applications and submits recommendations to City Council.
- What is the main purpose of the program?
- To strengthen community well-being and support accessible public-facing initiatives in Chestermere.
Conclusion
The City of Chestermere Community Grants program supports local organizations in delivering accessible, public-facing initiatives that strengthen community well-being. By funding projects across arts, culture, sports, recreation, and heritage, the program helps improve social inclusion, increase community participation, and expand local services. Through a structured review process focused on impact, feasibility, and alignment with community priorities, the initiative ensures that funding is directed toward projects that deliver meaningful and measurable benefits for Chestermere residents.
For more information, visit Chestermere City Council.