Fall 2025 application deadline: October 15, 2025
How to Apply
Please read the grant application guidelines and ensure your organization and project meet the eligibility requirements.
To register onto the online grant platform, please select the button below.
Eligibility
Organizations must serve Sylvan Lake and surrounding area. Organizations that are registered with CRA as a qualified donee or apply in partnership with a qualified donee are eligible.
Deadlines
The SLCEF is available annually, with a 2025 deadline of October 15th.
Timeline
The applications are reviewed by a committee which is comprised of both community members and some CFCAB Board Members. This committee will make grant recommendations to the Community Foundation’s Board. This takes approximately six to eight weeks and applicants will be informed of the result at that time.
A Community Catalyst
We work with community and for community by supporting organizations that demonstrate a collaborative approach. We support innovative projects that align with our guiding principles. Not every new idea will work, but we will learn from every project.
Quality of Life
We are committed to strengthening the quality of life in Red Deer and the surrounding area. We build on the strengths of the community and address issues that detract from community wellbeing by supporting organizations that share this goal with us.
Stewardship
We are building a community legacy because we never touch our capital pool of money. While our capital base grows, we use the income earned to support community. We are committed to investing wisely, managing efficiently and looking for ways to maximize resources and results through alliances and partnerships.
Proactive Attitude
The Foundation does not necessarily wait for applications. Through strong community relationships we identify and address issues with other community organizations and district municipalities.
Volunteer Support
Programs that utilize a strong volunteer force, or are dedicated to supporting volunteers, will be priority for Foundation support.
Independence for Individuals
Community development means building the capacity of individuals to be independent and self-sustaining. We will give strong consideration to projects that support this principle.
CFCAB GRANT PROCESS
Contact our office to discuss your proposal
Complete your application based on the grant requirements
Submit grant by specified deadline
Wait six to eight weeks to hear if your application was successful
Share the good news about our partnership in all project communications
