Grants & Resources
Funding & tools for community nonprofits
Curated grants, funding databases, and nonprofit tools for organizations serving underrepresented communities across Alberta and Canada. Sorted by free and paid resources with searchable tags.
Free Grants & Resources
FreeGovernment programs, community foundations, and free tools available to Alberta and Canadian nonprofits.
15 resources shown
Government of Alberta – Community Grants
AlbertaProvincial grants for community organizations, including operating, project, and capital funding streams across Alberta.
Edmonton Community Foundation
AlbertaGrants and endowment funds supporting Edmonton-area nonprofits in community development, arts, education, and social services.
Calgary Foundation
AlbertaCommunity grants, donor-advised funds, and capacity-building support for Calgary-area nonprofits.
United Way – Alberta Chapters
AlbertaFunding for programs addressing poverty, education, and community well-being across Alberta communities.
Wild Rose Foundation (CFEP)
AlbertaAlberta government program supporting community facility upgrades and capital projects for nonprofits.
Government of Canada – Grants and Contributions
CanadaFederal funding programs for nonprofits including employment, social development, and community initiatives.
Canada Revenue Agency – Charities Listings
CanadaOfficial resource for charity registration, compliance, and tax receipting guidance for Canadian nonprofits.
Imagine Canada – Grant Connect (Free Listings)
CanadaNational nonprofit sector resources, standards program, and sector research. Some grant listings available free.
Canadian Women's Foundation
CanadaGrants and resources for organizations advancing gender equality, women's economic development, and ending gender-based violence.
Community Foundations of Canada
CanadaNetwork of 200+ community foundations across Canada offering local grant opportunities and community leadership resources.
Trillium Foundation (Ontario model reference)
CanadaWhile Ontario-based, their grant frameworks and resources are useful references for Alberta nonprofits building grant applications.
Charity Village – Free Job Board & Resources
CanadaFree nonprofit job board, sector news, webinars, and resources for Canadian charitable organizations.
Volunteer Alberta
AlbertaResources for volunteer management, board development, and nonprofit capacity building across Alberta.
Alberta Nonprofit Network (ABNN)
AlbertaAdvocacy, resources, and sector support for Alberta's nonprofit and voluntary sector organizations.
FundingPortal.com
CanadaFree searchable database of Canadian government grants, loans, and tax credits for nonprofits and small businesses.
Alberta-specific resources
Alberta has unique funding streams and support organizations that serve the provincial nonprofit sector. These resources are specifically relevant to organizations operating in Edmonton, Calgary, and across the province.
- Government of Alberta community grants and CFEP
- Edmonton Community Foundation and Calgary Foundation
- Alberta Nonprofit Network (ABNN) advocacy and resources
- Volunteer Alberta board development and capacity building
- United Way Alberta chapters and local funding
Know a resource we should list?
We are continuously expanding this list. If you know of a grant program, tool, or resource that would benefit Alberta nonprofits serving underrepresented communities, let us know.
About this page
This page is curated by The NON team to help nonprofits serving underrepresented communities find relevant funding and tools. We do not receive referral fees or commissions from any listed resource. Inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Always verify eligibility and terms directly with each provider.
