CIP Project-Based grant

Important dates

The 2023 CIP application deadlines are:

• January 15, 2023 intake deadline extended to Monday, January 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm MT
• May 15, 2023
• September 15, 2023

Notices

Projects must be completed within 18 months from the date the cheque is received by the organization.

For more information, see Grant information sessions.

Processing time

Note: Processing time is taking longer than anticipated. Thank you for your patience.

Previous grant recipients

You can find previous grant recipients in the Previous Grant Recipients Database.

Overview

The Community Initiatives Program (CIP), Project-Based grant stream supports projects that enhance and enrich communities throughout Alberta by providing assistance to non-profit organizations for:

• new programs / enhancement to an existing program
• community events
• gender equity projects
• technology
• portable equipment

For more information, read the CIP Project-Based Guidelines.

Previous grant

The former Status of Women Community Grant Program has been consolidated under the Community Initiatives Program (CIP) – Project Based stream for community-based initiatives focused on addressing gender-based violence, women’s economic security and women in leadership.

Grant information sessions

Online Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based grant information sessions that cover program criteria, notification timelines, answers to frequently asked questions and tips on submitting your application will be taking place on the dates below.

The information sessions have limited availability; however, a recording of the presentation will be posted on this page for those who are unable to participate.

For any questions on the CIP Project-Based Grant, contact Community Grants.

General Program Information

This session will cover the basics of the Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based, including program outcomes and criteria used to determine organization and project eligibility.

Application Session

This session will feature an in-depth conversation and walk-through of the Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based application form.

Budget Session

This session will feature an in-depth conversation and walk-through of the Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based budget template.

Funding

The maximum funding available is $75,000.

CIP Project-Based funding is approved on a matching basis. The applicant must contribute towards the expenses of the project an equal or greater amount than the CIP Project-Based grant request. The matching funding may be in the form of cash or donated labour, equipment or materials, all of which must be directly related to the project. For more details about matching funding, read the CIP Project-Based Guidelines.

Multiple applications

Applicants may only receive one non-capital and one capital grant per Alberta fiscal year, subject to the applicable guidelines and eligibility requirements:

• one non-capital grant through the CIP Project-Based funding stream or the CIP Operating funding stream
• one capital grant through either the CIP P-B funding stream or the Community Facility Enhancement Program

Organizations should apply under the specific program stream that’s best suited for their project.

Eligibility

Eligible organizations

A registered organization in Alberta (and in good standing) under one of these acts:

• Provincial Legislation
  • Agriculture Societies Act
  • Part 21 of the Business Corporations Act – Extra-Provincial Corporations
  • Companies Act, Part 9 (Nonprofit Companies)
  • Libraries Act
  • School Act
  • Societies Act
  • Special Act of the Alberta Legislature
• Federal Legislation
  • Special Act of the Parliament of Canada
  • Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, and must be registered in Alberta under the Business Corporations Act
  • Income Tax Act (of Canada and operating in the Province of Alberta (Charities)

• First Nations and Metis Settlements
• foundations established and regulated under the province’s Regional Health Authorities Act
• universities, colleges and institutes as defined under Alberta’s Post-secondary Learning Act

Organizations must have an Alberta-based address which must be regularly monitored by an active member of the organization.

Ineligible organizations

The following organizations are not eligible to apply for funding under the CIP Project-Based Grant:

• municipalities
• for-profit organizations
• any other organizations not registered under one of the above mentioned acts
• organizations that have overdue or incomplete accounting or reporting relating to any grant previously awarded by Alberta Culture
• individuals

How to apply

Step 1. Read the grant guidelines

• CIP Project-Based Guidelines

Step 2. Fill out the application package

Fill out the following documents:

• CIP Project-Based Application (DOCX, 293 KB)
• CIP Project-Based Budget Template (XLSX, 17 KB)
• Application for Direct Deposit (PDF, 1.1 MB) (attach a void cheque)

Include the necessary additional documents with your application submission (checklist on page 2 of the application).

Incomplete applications may be cancelled or processing may be delayed.

Keep a complete copy of your application, budget and mandatory documents as you may be contacted if further information or clarification is required.

Step 3. Submit the application package

Application packages can be emailed (preferred) or mailed to the Community Grants Program:

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Community Grants Unit
Suite 212, 17205 106A Avenue
Edmonton, AB  T5S 1M7

After you apply

During the review process, organizations may be contacted for information by program staff.

Applicants will receive written notification of the decision regarding their application. The review and decision-making process takes approximately 6 months. The notification period is as follows:

• July (January 15 intake)
• November (May 15 intake)
• March (September 15 intake)

All decisions on grant applications are final, and no appeals will be considered.

Reporting requirements

Projects must be completed and accounted for within 18 months from the date the grant payment was received.

Financial reporting must be:

• completed using the Final CIP Accountability Report (FCAR) (DOCX, 149 KB)
• submitted to program staff within the periods specified in the guidelines, unless an extension of the reporting date has been approved

Additional accounting requirements are outlined in the CIP Project-Based Guidelines.

Contact Community Grants staff about reporting requirements or project completion issues.

Contact

Connect with the Community Grants office:

Phone: 780-422-9598
Toll free: 1-800-642-3855
Email: [email protected]

Address:
Community Grants Unit
Suite 212, 17205 106A Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta  T5S 1M7