Community Improvement Grant

Community Improvement Grant

The Community Improvement Grant provides opportunities for community groups to make enhancements within the City of Grande Prairie. Grants will support residents in working together to provide an overall benefit to the community. These types of initiatives foster civic pride and build connections. Examples of previous grants include:

  • Orchards/edible landscapes.
  • Picnic tables, benches and bike stands in neighbourhood parks.
  • Outdoor fitness park.
  • Bee hotels.
  • Community murals.
  • Neighbourhood banners.

This grant replaces the Neighbourhood Enhancement Matching Grant, the Parks Improvement Grant and the Community Enhancement Grant. This will streamline the application process and make it easier for groups to apply to receive funds.

Funding Options

  • Matching Grant of up to $5000
    • The City of Grande Prairie will match contributions made by organizations towards this project. 
    • Multi-phase projects will be considered but will not fund the same phase more than once.
    • Contributions may include:
      • Maximum of 100 hours of volunteer time up to $1500 at $15/hour. Must provide breakdown of tasks with allotted volunteer time associated to it.
      • Donated professional and trade services necessary to complete the project. Must include documentation of the value of the donated time and hourly wage. 
      • Donated materials and supplies such as office supplies, landscaping materials or construction supplies valued at the cost necessary if they were to be purchased. 
      • Borrowed vehicles or equipment valued at the cost to rent.
      • Discounts given by suppliers. Must provide quote showing the discount that will be applied or letter from supplier confirming discount.
      • Monetary donations/cash contributions from the organization.
  • Non-Matching Grant to a maximum of $2500.
    • The City of Grande Prairie will fund one-time initiatives to a maximum of $2500. 
    • These initiatives must not be part of multiphase projects.

Eligibility

  • Non-profit organizations. Consideration will be given to businesses, individuals and schools for projects that provide an overall benefit to the community.
  • Projects that are accessible to all residents.
  • Satisfactory completion of previous projects.

Project Requirements

To receive support the project must:

  • Be specific in the application.
  • Provide information regarding consultation done for Indigenous projects.
  • Preference will be given to projects that demonstrate intent to support local businesses.
  • Provide a public/community benefit.
  • Be completed within a 12 month period following award of funds.
  • Only receive funds through this grant, and not apply for additional City funding.
  • Be compliant with City policies, procedures and bylaws.
  • Identify the source of maintenance and ongoing support, if required (note: ongoing services or projects' maintenance are not funded).
  • Comply with Canadian Standards Association.
  • Provide documentation of certification of any hired trades with proof of WCB.
  • Submit a picture of completion December 1 the following year.
  • Acknowledge the City of Grande Prairie as a project funded through signage from the City's signage department to ensure City standards are kept.
  • Submit a project budget complete with quotes and proof of expenses.
  • Receive approval from any impacted City Departments prior to funds being dispersed.
  • Provide a copy of the organization's liability insurance with the City named as an additional insured for all work being completed on public land.

Application Form 

The application and guidelines can be found here.

Application Deadline

Applications are due October 1 of each year. 

Submission Information

Submit applications through the online form here.

Contact Information

Administrative Coordinator
Sports Development, Wellness and Culture, City of Grande Prairie
PO Bag 4000 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6V3 
Phone: 780-538-0300 (311 inside city limits)
Email: grants@cityofgp.com

Also Known As

Community Enhancement Grant, Neighbourhood Enhancement Matching Grant, Parks Improvement Grant, Community Grants