Parks Foundation Calgary Building Communities Grant Program 2026

📝 About the Program

Calgarians deserve safe, interactive, and fun spaces to play and gather. Community green spaces provide opportunities to stay active, learn, and build connections. Parks Foundation Calgary exists to promote a healthy lifestyle for all.

The Building Communities Grant Program was created to support community-led park projects, ensuring the needs of local communities are met.

🎁 Benefits

• Maximum Grant: $50,000 per project.
• Eligible Costs: Capital expenses for parks, playgrounds, outdoor classrooms, and community hubs.
• Encourages community-led initiatives that enhance Calgary’s public outdoor spaces.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Organizations eligible to apply include:

• Registered non-profit societies with a Certificate of Incorporation.
• Schools, parent associations, community associations, and similar organizations.
• Organizations with objectives aligned with:
  • Parks and outdoor spaces.
  • Active communities.
  • Childhood wellbeing.
• Must be located within Calgary municipal boundaries.

The program encourages diverse groups to apply, ensuring inclusive community representation.

🌟 Eligible Projects

Examples of projects supported include:

• Traditional playgrounds.
• Fitness parks.
• Natural playgrounds.
• Park revitalization initiatives.
• Outdoor classrooms.
• Community hubs.

Note: Community garden projects are not eligible.

📅 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

1. Ensure your organization meets the eligibility requirements.
2. Submit an application to the Project Support Program as a prerequisite.
3. Prepare a detailed project proposal, including:
   • Project description and goals.
   • Capital budget and funding plan.
   • Community engagement strategy.
4. Submit the application to Parks Foundation Calgary by the deadline.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Parks Foundation office to confirm project eligibility.

⏰ Application Deadline

01 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the Parks Foundation Calgary Building Communities Grant Program.

To apply, visit the Project Support Program.

This program is a fantastic opportunity to enhance Calgary’s public outdoor spaces and foster community engagement. Don’t miss the chance to make a lasting impact in your community!

• Maximum grant: $50,000 per project
• Eligible costs: Capital expenses for parks, playgrounds, outdoor classrooms, and community hubs
• Funding encourages community-led initiatives that enhance Calgary’s public outdoor spaces