Non-profit organizations across Alberta are receiving a significant boost as the provincial government invests $64 million to support community facilities and local initiatives.
Through the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) and the Community Initiatives Program (CIP), funding is being directed toward projects that help strengthen communities, improve public-use spaces and support organizations that serve thousands of Albertans each year.
In the past year alone, the province has invested $64 million through the two programs, helping non-profits enhance facilities, deliver services and respond to local needs. From community halls and cultural centres to family supports and food security initiatives, these organizations play a vital role in building welcoming spaces where residents can connect and thrive.
“Non-profits are the heart of strong, thriving and resilient communities,” said Tanya Fir, Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women. “Our community grant programs help ensure organizations have the tools and facilities they need to keep making a difference and continue building stronger, safer and more welcoming communities across Alberta.”
The Community Facility Enhancement Program assists organizations with building, renovating and improving public-use facilities such as recreational spaces, community halls and cultural centres. Since a temporary three-year funding increase was announced in 2023, more than 1,100 community infrastructure projects have received support.
Meanwhile, the Community Initiatives Program provides funding for one-time projects, initiatives and events that bring people together and strengthen community life. Budget 2025 allocated $14 million to CIP, and the province has already received 812 project applications for the 2025–26 fiscal year.
Since 2019, more than 5,700 community grants have been awarded across Alberta. According to the province, every government dollar invested through CFEP and CIP generates an additional three dollars in funding from other sources, multiplying the impact within local communities.
While specific projects highlighted in the announcement are based in larger centres, the funding programs are available to eligible non-profit organizations across Alberta, including rural communities.
Organizations interested in applying can find more information through the province’s CFEP and CIP program guidelines.
