Funding &
Grants
County
Grants
Flagstaff County values partnerships throughout the region and is pleased to offer assistance for many different programs and services. Flagstaff County is currently offering the following grants:
Community Development Grant
The Flagstaff County Community Development Grant is aimed at non-profit organizations that provide programs and services that enhance social well-being. Two streams are proposed to allow organizations to apply for current or new programming for up to three years or special short-term projects. This grant is only offered to organizations based in the Flagstaff Region, requires follow-up reporting and has an application deadline of January 31 for ongoing programs but is open throughout the year for short-term projects or events. Funding is determined by Council through the annual budgeting process. Completed applications will be brought to Council for a decision.
Tourism Assistance Grant
The Flagstaff County Tourism Assistance Grant allows Flagstaff County to financially support tourism initiatives and draw visitors to the region. Applications will be received for current/ongoing initiatives for up to three years or a one-time event. Outcomes include tourism development that benefits the local business community, increases visitors and spending in the region and/or promotes the County as a tourism destination. Events will be scored on a matrix to aid in determining degree of funding. This grant is only offered to organizations based in the Flagstaff Region, requires follow-up reporting and has an application deadline of January 31 for ongoing programs but is open throughout the year for short-term projects or events. Funding is determined by Council through the annual budgeting process. Completed applications will be brought to Council for a decision.
Cemeteries Assistance Grant
The Flagstaff County Cemeteries Assistance Grant is open to all eligible cemeteries within the County. Organizations can apply for funding of up to $625 annually.
To be considered eligible for cemetery funding, the applicant shall:
- Be a public cemetery within Flagstaff County;
- Be a registered non-profit organization or society under the Societies Act or the
Cemeteries Act.
Flagstaff County will confirm eligibility with cemeteries every four (4) years.
All eligible applicants who have previously received funding from this program since its commencement in 2011 will automatically be provided with $625 annually. Any other eligible cemetery group which has not previously received funding under this program may submit an application.
Eligible expenses under this grant include:
- Operating expenses such as grass cutting and general maintenance.
- Capital expenses including plot surveys, ground improvements, fencing, signage, etc.
Please mail, email or fax the completed application forms to:
Flagstaff County Cemeteries Assistance Grant
Flagstaff County
Box 358
Sedgewick, AB T0B 4C0
klefsrud@flagstaff.ab.ca
Fax: 780-384-3635
Recreation Funding
Flagstaff County provides $641,268 annually in recreation grant funding to the Agricultural Societies throughout the municipality. At the end of each year, the Ag Societies submit a detailed description of the allocated funds and how they were used for recreation purposes.
We are appreciative of the Ag Societies for their efforts in distributing this funding within our region. Organizations seeking recreation funding from Flagstaff County are encouraged to apply through their local Ag Society.
The amount of funding provided to each society is based upon a formula of the percentage of the rural population applied to the total population of each community. It is Council’s belief that with funding allocations in the hands of the community’s Agricultural Society, the needs of the region will be best determined through the eyes of the citizens.
The most recent funding allocations are as follows:
Local Agricultural Society
Approval Amount
Alliance Ag. Society
$22,625
Daysland Ag. Society
$107,537
Forestburg Ag. Society
$109,990
Galahad Ag. Society
$14,447
Hardisty Ag. Society
$74,690
Heisler Ag. Society
$18,400
Killam Ag. Society
$125,119
Lougheed Ag. Society
$30,666
Sedgewick Ag. Society
$103,721
Strome Ag. Society
$34,074
Total
$641,268
Grant Reporting
A reporting process has been implemented to ensure Flagstaff County receives a consistent, accurate, and detailed description of how the grant funding is allocated each year. Grant recipients must provide financial reports for these funds. Full details regarding Grant Recipient Reporting are included in the Flagstaff County Recreation Grant Guidelines.
Grant Recipients
Flagstaff County has granted millions of dollars towards recreational programs, events, and facilities since the release of the Flagstaff Regional Recreation Grant Program in early 2012.