, The City of Red Deer is holding an information session on March 12, 2026, to help local groups apply for social service grants. This meeting, held in Red Deer, Alberta, will explain how to get funding for community programs that focus on preventing social issues for the 2027-2029 period.
The session runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Crimson Star Room at City Hall. Organizers can attend in person or join the meeting virtually through Microsoft Teams to learn about the application requirements and the online SmartSimple portal used to submit documents.
This funding is available to eligible non-profit organizations, school boards, and other municipalities that provide social services. The programs must focus on improving the well-being of individuals and families through early support and prevention.
According to the Government of Alberta, these grants are part of a partnership where the province covers 80 per cent of the costs and the city pays the remaining 20 per cent. This model is used to support local services like youth development, family support, and mental health programs.
Groups have until March 31, 2026, 4:00 p.m. MST, to submit their completed grant applications. The city is hosting the session to answer questions directly and ensure applicants understand the funding process before the deadline.
