Minister of Community and Social Services Jason Luan. (Government of Alberta)

By David Opinko/LethbridgeNewsNOW

CIVIL SOCIETY FUND

Alberta’s social services providers can apply for provincial grants up to $1M

Oct 27, 2021 | 7:18 AM

The Alberta Government is opening up applications for “civil society organizations” to kickstart new projects.

A total of $7-million will be available through the Civil Society Fund, which aims to address social challenges faced by vulnerable Albertans.

Jason Luan, Minister of Community and Social Services, says those could include initiatives surrounding mental health and well-being, increased rates of domestic and sexual violence, and homelessness.

“We know civil society organizations are best positioned to address many of the challenges Albertans are facing today and provide more tools for future resilience. This investment will kick-start social recovery in the wake of the pandemic.”

Agencies like civil society groups, non-profits, First Nations, and Metis Settlements are urged to submit funding proposals for up to $1-million.

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The province currently has more than 26,000 non-profits, which employ a combined 280,000 people.

More details on the Civil Society Fund, including how to apply, can be found here.