CFSEA awards more than $568,000 through Fall 2025 grant cycle
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) has distributed $568,052 to charities and community organizations across the region through its Fall 2025 grant cycle.
The funding supports initiatives aimed at building vibrant, healthy and caring communities throughout Southeastern Alberta.
Of the total amount awarded, $199,877 was distributed through CFSEA’s Community Grants program, benefiting 24 organizations working in areas such as youth mentorship, housing stability, mental health, arts and culture, food security and newcomer integration.
Organizations in the Prairie Crocus region — which includes Special Areas 2, 3 and 4 and the Municipal District of Acadia — received $29,500 in Community Grant funding.
“Community Grants reflect the generosity of donors who entrust us to direct funding where it’s needed most,” said Jesse Prince, chair of CFSEA’s grants committee. “Our committees carefully reviewed applications from across the region, prioritizing impact, alignment with local needs and our Vital Signs focus areas. We are honoured to support organizations that are working every day to strengthen our communities.”
The next Community Grants application cycle will open Feb. 4, 2026. A virtual information workshop is scheduled for noon that day.
For more information, contact CFSEA at 403-527-9038, email grants@cfsea.ca, or visit cfsea.ca/community-grants.
About CFSEA
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta works to build vibrant, healthy and caring communities by connecting donors with local non-profits to create lasting impact. CFSEA distributes more than $1.7 million in grants annually and has supported philanthropic priorities across Southeastern Alberta since 1992 through endowment building, grantmaking and community partnerships. More information is available at cfsea.ca.
Neutral Hills Community Adult Learning Society — Community Care Cupboard
Grant Amount: $5,000
Representatives from the Neutral Hills Community Adult Learning Society accept a $5,000 Prairie Crocus Community Fund grant from the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta to support the Community Care Cupboard. The funding helps expand access to food and essential supports for community members in need.
Pictured left to right: Helene Nicholson, Payton Elliott and Mario Caron.
Oyen and District Senior Citizens Association — Kitchen Renovations
Grant Amount: $10,000
The Oyen and District Senior Citizens Association received a $10,000 Prairie Crocus Community Fund grant to support electrical upgrades as part of kitchen renovations in the Seniors building. The improvements enhance safety, accessibility and long-term community use.
Pictured left to right: Cindy Goodine and Lynda Grudecki.
Hanna Food Bank Association — Immigrant and Multi-Generational Needs
Grant Amount: $3,500
Volunteers and board members from the Hanna Food Bank Association celebrate a $3,500 Prairie Crocus Community Fund grant supporting immigrant and multi-generational food needs. The funding helps ensure families have access to nutritious food and essential support.
Pictured left to right: Judy Bergemeister, Michelle Haag, Sharon Hunter and Marg Stewart.
Project REACH — Mental Health Capacity Building in Schools
Grant Amount: $11,000
Project REACH representatives receive an $11,000 Prairie Crocus Community Fund grant to support mental health capacity building in schools across Prairie Land School Division. The funding enhances social-emotional learning and mental health programming for students.
Pictured left to right: Michelle Haag, Jennifer Palmer, Andrea Olsen and Mark Nikota.