The Government of Alberta has announced a new Civil Society Fund that is now accepting funding applications. The $20-million fund will help leverage the existing strengths of civil society organizations to better address social problems and improve supports. The fund will provide $20 million over three years, with $7 million budgeted for 2020-21 to support civil society’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Civil society organizations, such as charities, not-for-profits and volunteer groups, as well as First Nations and Metis Settlements, can submit funding proposals for projects that have a positive impact on the civil society sector. The intent of the fund is to help transform how civil society organizations function and build their capacity to work together to address social challenges.

More information on eligible projects and how to submit a funding application can be found online, including a helpful guide. The deadline to apply is January 20, 2021.