Helping you make good things happen, forever.
Since establishment in 1995, over $10,469,392 has been granted to charities and municipalities helping our local communities thrive.
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Impact
The Battle River Community Foundation was created by residents of municipalities in Camrose and Flagstaff Counties, including the city, towns, villages and rural areas, to serve as a conduit between the long-term charitable intentions of donors and existing or emerging needs in their communities.
The Foundation’s primary purpose is to accept donations, invest the donations and distribute the investment income according to the wishes of donors expressed at the time the donations are made.
Since its establishment in 1995, over $10,469,392 has been granted to charities and municipalities which are encouraged to consider the Foundation as a source of funding for projects and activities related to education, health and well-being, arts and culture, recreation and more.
2026 Grant Applications Now Open
The Battle River Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for 2026.
Organizations across east-central Alberta are invited to apply for funding to support projects that strengthen our communities and improve quality of life.
Key Details
- Application Deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026
- Application Process: All applications must be submitted online through our Grant Lifecycle Manager (GLM) portal
- Paper applications are no longer accepted
- Funding decisions: Applicants will be notified no later than November
Who Can Apply
Grants are available to qualified donees recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency, including:
- Registered charities
- Municipalities
Organizations that are not qualified donees may still apply in partnership with one.
What We Look For
Preference is given to projects that:
- Demonstrate strong volunteer leadership
- Show sound financial management
- Deliver meaningful impact with modest investment
- Address needs not currently being met in the community
Funding is available across a wide range of areas including arts, education, health and wellness, youth programs, environment, and more.
Get Started
We encourage all applicants to begin early and take time to familiarize themselves with the online portal.
Apply now:
brcf.ca/grants-scholarships/how-to-apply/
If you have questions, please contact our office at 780-679-0449.
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Rosalind Volunteer Fire Department Association
Wes Campbell, Director with the Battle River Community Foundation Board, presents a cheque to Assistant Chief Jim Bowie, along with Assistant Chief Adrian Tobler. The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to the Rosalind Volunteer Fire Department...
Camrose Public Library
Stephen Kambeitz, Vice Chair of the Battle River Community Foundation Board, presents the cheque to Renée Greer, Library Board Chair, Alyssa Martin, Director of the Library, and Lucy Ernst, Library Board member Camrose Public...
BRCF Awarded the Rudy and Flora Baker Scholarship to Kylie Peake
The Battle River Community Foundation awarded the Rudy and Flora Baker Scholarship to Kylie Peake. Battle River Community Foundation Board Member Leon Lohner presents the $4,200 cheque to Kylie Peake, Medical Student, University of British Columbia. Kylie Peake, who...
Paying Tribute to the Life and Legacy of Mr. Robert Borth
The Battle River Community Foundation is honoured to pay tribute to the life and legacy of past Foundation Board Member, Mr. Robert Borth who passed away on March 18, 2023. An active and involved community member, Robert served on the Foundation Board as well as...
BRCF Awards $10,000 to Changing Ways
The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to Changing Ways. Battle River Community Foundation Board Vice-Chair Stephen Kambeitz presents the cheque to Changing Ways’ Older Adult Support Worker and Advocate, Kari Cameron with Program Director,...