Deadline: 03-Feb-2025
The Alberta Law Foundation is seeking applications for the Project Grants program that advance the access to justice needs of Albertans.
Grant Types
- There are two types of Project grants:
- Small Project Grants:
- The maximum amount available for each project is $100,000 for a term of two years or less.
- Large Project Grants:
- There is no maximum budget for a large project grant. The term of the grant must be two years or less.
- Small Project Grants:
Priority Projects
- Consideration will be given to projects which:
- Undertake research to develop recommendations for reforming the law or the administration of justice to help ensure the justice system evolves to meet the needs of Albertans.
- Support the establishment, maintenance or operations of law libraries that are open to the public.
- Provide legal information and/or education to help Albertans understand their legal rights and obligations and what they can expect from the justice system.
- Provide direct services such as legal advice or representation in response to specific need within Alberta, with a particular focus on individuals facing vulnerabilities or barriers.
Who can apply?
- Non-profits
- Indigenous communities and organizations
- Grant-seeking organizations based outside Alberta must demonstrate substantial connections within the province. Additionally, their proposed programs or research projects must directly benefit Albertans.
- Grant-seekers do not need to be registered charities. Grant-seekers do not need to identify as specifically law-focused organizations as long as the proposed work relates to Canadian law or Indigenous law.
For more information, visit Alberta Law Foundation.