Cochrane partners with Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) and United Way of Calgary and Area to provide grant funding for organizations that support the social well-being of individuals and families. Each year, the Town appoints an FCSS Advisory Board to review applications and make funding recommendations to Council. This ensures that funds are distributed to local non-profit organizations that provide initiatives and programs addressing the needs of the community.
Over the last five years, FCSS and the United Way has provided over $500,000 to local organizations working to address complex issues such as poverty, mental health, social isolation, domestic violence, intergenerational trauma, and food security.
Funding eligibility
Non-profit organizations that work to address local social needs within Cochrane and West Rocky View County may be eligible for the grant. Programs or projects must align with the FCSS mandate and/or the United Way of Calgary and Area mandate.
With a focus on prevention and enhancing protective factors for individuals, families and communities, Cochrane FCSS supports projects that:
- Foster a sense of belonging and promote social inclusion
- Promote and encourage active engagement in the community
- Develop and maintain healthy relationships
- Enhance access to social supports
- Develop and strengthen skills that build resilience
- Align with the Provincial priorities (homelessness and housing insecurity, mental health and addictions, employment, family and sexual violence and aging well in community)
United Way of Calgary and Area supports projects that:
- Support people’s mental health
- Improve people’s financial and living situations
- Create a sense of belonging and equality for everyone
- Encourage positive and supportive relationships
Ineligible projects include:
- Programs that are recreational
- Projects that duplicate services provided by a government or government agency
Application process
Applications will be available on-line August 18 and must be submitted by midnight Sunday, September 21. For more information, please visit our website United Way - Cochrane & Area Partnership.
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