COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM
supporting community projects that enhance quality of life in Barrhead
The Town of Barrhead helps local organizations bring good ideas to life. Through the Community Grants Program, non-profit organizations and community groups can apply for funding and in-kind support for programs, services, and events that benefit Barrhead residents.
Applications are accepted four times a year.
Next Deadline: August 31, 2026
what we fund
- Community programs and events
- Recreation, culture, and social initiatives
- Projects benefiting children, youth, seniors, families, people with disabilities, or the general public
- Equipment, materials, facility costs, and promotion
who can apply
- Non-profit organizations
- Community groups and associations
- Individuals, if sponsored in writing by an organization or group they're involved with
Your project must deliver a clear, demonstrable benefit to Barrhead residents.
what we can't fund
- Administrative costs, including personnel expenses, non-program fundraising costs, and legal fees
- Religious or political activities
- Debt retirement, depreciation, retroactive or deficit funding
- Tobacco, alcohol, or cannabis purchases
- Anything that has already happened - programs, events, training, or travel completed before your application
- The same expenses funded by Town sources
deadlines
| Intake Closes | Funding Recommendation to Council | Funds Issued |
|---|---|---|
| August 31, 2026 | September 8, 2026 | Within one week of Council approval. |
| October 31, 2026 | November 10, 2026 | Within one week of Council approval. |
| February 28, 2027 | March 9, 2027 | Within one week of Council approval. |
| May 31, 2027 | June 8, 2027 | Within one week of Council approval. |
Applications must be complete and received by 4:30 p.m. on the deadline date.
Council approval may happen at a later date, separate from the date funding recommendations are made to Council.
how much funding is available?
A total of $5,250 is available in each of the remaining two intake periods of 2026. Unallocated funds carry forward to the next intake, except after the October 31 intake.
Available funds for 2027 will be determined once Council has approved the 2027 operating budget.
how applications are scored
The Community Grant Committee which is comprised of two members of Administration and two members of Council, reviews every eligible application against four criteria:
- Community Benefit: Who does this help, and how many people?
- Alignment with Community Priorities: Does it support the Town's goals?
- Financial Need & Leverage: Is Town funding necessary, and does it unlock other support?
- Project Feasibility: Can your organization realistically deliver this?
in-kind support
Not every project needs cash. You can request facility use, materials, equipment, or labour instead of, or in addition to, funding. See Section 7 of the application form which covers in-kind support.
if you're approved
- Use funds only as approved. Changes require prior written approval from the Town.
- Credit the Town of Barrhead in all promotional advertising for the project as a sponsor.
- Submit a final report within 30 days of your project's completion.
- If you finish with a surplus over $100, tell us how you plan to use it. Council may request repayment of unused funds.
how to apply
- Download and complete the application form.
- Prepare your project budget.
- Submit in person to 5014 50 Ave or by email to town@barrhead.ca before 4:30 pm on the intake deadline.
Need help? We'd rather answer your questions than decline your application. Contact us before the deadline.
questions?
Jennifer Mantay, Director of Corporate Services
Email: jmantay@barrhead.ca
Phone: 780-674-3301
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