The Community Wellbeing grant program
Celebrating our 75th anniversary by giving back to the communities we serve
We want to ensure that communities across Alberta have the resources they need to create healthy, vibrant lives—and that the people making that happen are properly recognized. That’s why we’re introducing a new program this year in recognition of our 75th anniversary. We want to celebrate our legacy of giving back to the communities we serve
The Community Wellbeing grant program celebrates our province’s exceptional volunteers by giving out awards of $1000 each, plus another $1000 to the charitable organization they volunteer with. This program rewards people who are making a difference in the health and wellness of Albertans. Whether that’s volunteering with a senior’s centre, an arts council or a children’s sports league, we want to invest in the people who invest in community.
The application process is now closed.
The Community Wellbeing grant program
Celebrating our 75th anniversary by giving back to the communities we serve
We want to ensure that communities across Alberta have the resources they need to create healthy, vibrant lives—and that the people making that happen are properly recognized. That’s why we’re introducing a new program this year in recognition of our 75th anniversary. We want to celebrate our legacy of giving back to the communities we serve
Each year, we award $50,000The Community Wellbeing grant program celebrates our province’s exceptional volunteers by giving out awards of $1000 each, plus another $1000 to the charitable organization they volunteer with. This program rewards people who are making a difference in the health and wellness of Albertans. Whether that’s volunteering with a senior’s centre, an arts council or a children’s sports league, we want to invest in the people who invest in community.
Nominations are open until June 30.
Nominate someone nowWho is eligible?
Eligible volunteers
The ideal nominee is a volunteer with an organization that promotes the physical, mental or social wellbeing of community members. Eligible individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Volunteers for an Alberta-based non-profit, charitable or community-based organization.
- Is an Alberta resident 18 years of age or over.
- Provides service in a voluntary capacity and does not receive compensation from the organization for their involvement.
Please note that all nominations must be made by the organization the nominee volunteers with. Volunteers cannot apply for the Community Wellbeing grant program themselves. The volunteer must accept the nomination to be eligible.
Eligible organizations
Organizations must be Alberta-based (this includes Alberta chapters of national organizations) and provide services that promote the physical, mental or social wellbeing of community members. Examples include:
- senior's associations,
- community groups,
- agricultural societies,
- school councils,
- arts or culture groups,
- children’s activity organizations, and
- amateur sports teams.
The following types of organizations are not eligible:
- animal welfare charities,
- private clubs,
- political parties, and
- religious institutions (unless in the context of providing services to the community at large).
Eligible organizations can nominate one of their volunteers for a Community Wellbeing grant. If your organization’s volunteer is selected, then your organization will receive a matching donation of $1000.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the Community Wellbeing grant program, please email us at communitywellbeing@ab.bluecross.ca
