Partnership grants
Cochrane Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and United Way of Calgary and Area partner to provide grant funding for local organizations that support the social well-being of individuals and families.
As part of this work, the FCSS Advisory Board is appointed to identify funding priorities, review applications and make funding recommendations to Council.
Funding eligibility
Non-profit and charitable organizations that address local social needs within Cochrane and West Rocky View County may be eligible to apply. Programs, activities or services must align with the mandate of Cochrane FCSS and/or United Way of Calgary and Area.
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
- encourage active engagement in the community
- develop and maintain healthy relationships
- enhance access to social supports
- build skills that strengthen resilience
- align with provincial priorities, including 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 mental health
- improve financial stability and living situations
- create a sense of belonging and equality
- encourage positive and supportive relationships
Ineligible projects include:
- programs that are primarily recreational
- projects that duplicate services already provided by a government or government agency
Application process
Grant applications are now closed for 2026.
NEW! Systems Leadership Sandbox Training
The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Advisory Board is excited to announce that the FCSS/United Way Partnership Grant Program has been expanded to provide training for local leaders in our community who are committed to building stronger organizations, deepen partnerships and finding collaborative solutions to the complex challenges facing our community.
In 2027, we will be sponsoring up to five local leaders and changemakers to participate in the Systems Leadership Sandbox training: Expression of Interest, an intensive nine-day training that is offered over four months through Mount Royal University.