Last updated: October 29, 2024
On this page, you can learn more about grants and awards related to school health and wellness. We feature opportunities from Alberta Health Services, the Government of Alberta, and the Government of Canada. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
The health promotion facilitator assigned to your school authority may be able to help your school community tap into other grants and awards.
Current opportunities
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
- InMotion Network - Girls in Motion
- InMotion Network - Go Girl
- Community Facility Enhancement Program (Small) Grant
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
- The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
- Physical Health Education (PHE) Canada Gopher Physical Activity Equipment Grant
- Physical and Health Education (PHE) Empowerment Grants
- Physical Health Education (PHE) Canada Impact Award
- Breakfast Clubs of Canada
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
InMotion Network – Girls in Motion
- Health topic: Physical activity. Funding is available to support recreational, sport, and physical activity programs for girls, and to address barriers to participation for girls to be physically active.
- Who can apply: Non-profit and charitable organizations in good standing, including Parent Associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta.
- Grant amount: Up to $2,500.
- How to apply: Review the program goals and objectives, then complete the online application form.
- Deadline: Next deadline is December 1, 2024
- Website: Girls in Motion
InMotion Network – Go Girl
- Health topic: Physical activity. Grants are for one-day events that bring teen girls together to try physical activities in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Past events have included activities like hip-hop, power yoga, kickboxing, and weight training.
- Who can apply: Non-profit and charitable organizations in good standing, including Parent Associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta.
- Grant amount: Up to $2,500.
- How to apply: Review the program goals and objectives, then complete the online application form.
- Deadline: Next deadline is December 1, 2024
- Website: Go Girl
Community Facility Enhancement Program (Small) Grant
- Health topic: Community development. This grant supports improvements to public-use facilities, such as community centers, sports fields, and recreational spaces.
- Who can apply: Non-profit organizations, municipalities, and community groups looking to enhance their facilities, including Parent Associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta.
- Grant amount: Up to $125,000.
- How to apply: Applicants should review the program guidelines and complete the online application form.
- Deadline: January 15, 2025
- Website: Community Facility Enhancement Program (Small)
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
- Health topic: All topics—youth applicants develop their own challenge programs based on personal goals in four areas: community service, skill building, physical recreation, and adventurous journey. Projects involve voluntary extra-curricular activities and require a minimum commitment of 26 weeks.
- Who can apply: Youth 14-24 years old can apply for one of three levels: bronze, silver, gold. There are minimum ages to start each level, and your program must be finished by your 25th birthday.
- Award type: This is a program that recognizes individual achievement, commitment, and passion. The award is the process, not the prize!
- How to apply: Visit dukeofed.org/getstarted to learn more.
- Deadline: Ongoing
- Website: dukeofed.org
Other funding opportunities
These funding sources may be used to support Alberta-based school projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, or mental health. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
This is not a full list grant opportunities. Your health promotion facilitator may be able to help you tap into other sources, especially those in your local area.
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Opportunity |
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Physical Health Education (PHE) Canada Gopher Physical Activity Equipment Grant |
November 15 |
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November 15 |
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January 10 |
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Ongoing |
