Community Grant Program
The Community Grant Program provides funds for:
- One-time projects and initiatives; or
- Operating expenses of organizations in their development stage once per fiscal year for up to three years (within the first five years); or
- Events that are primarily designed and delivered for the general public that attract visitors, significantly contribute to the local economy, and promote volunteerism.
From 1999 to October 2018 the Town of Hinton has provide $1.58 million in funding to local non-profit organizations through either the Quality of Life or Community Grant programs.
Please note that, effective April 2018, the maximum total funding available to each group per intake is now $10,000.
There was no 2020 Spring intake due to COVID-19 impacts.
Administration is currently working to determine the timeline for the 2021 Spring Intake of the Community Grant Program. We request your patience while we are working behind the scenes and will soon provide an update. Thank you!
Application Process
The next submission deadline is TBD for the 2021 Sprint Intake.
- Before completing the Community Grant Funding Application, please review the Community Grant Program Application Guide.
- After reviewing the Guide, please complete the Community Grant Funding Application Download or NEW online submission form. Please download and save the PDF document before filling it out.
- If funding has been received, complete the Final Reporting Form within one year of receiving funding.
If you have any issues opening or accessing these documents, please view this Fillable PDF Troubleshooting Tip Sheet or contact the Legislative services Coordinator by clicking here or 780-740-8059.
OCTOBER 1, 2019 INTAKE RESULTS
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APRIL 1, 2019 INTAKE RESULTS
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OCTOBER 1, 2018 INTAKE RESULTS
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APRIL 1, 2018 INTAKE RESULTS
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OCTOBER 1, 2017 INTAKE RESULTS
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APRIL 1, 2017 INTAKE RESULTS
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OCTOBER 1, 2016 INTAKE RESULTS
APRIL 1, 2016 INTAKE RESULTS
OCTOBER 1, 2015 INTAKE RESULTS
MAY 1, 2015 INTAKE RESULTS
Each project or request must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Funding request is at or between $1,000 - $10,000
- Funds support eligible expenditures
- Funding is approved on a matched-grant basis
- Previous monies received from the Town of Hinton have met reporting requirements
Please refer to Page 4 of the Applicant's Guide to ensure your group is eligible to apply.
All applicants are required to submit a final project assessment and financial report on the funded program/project upon completion or within 12 months from project approval date. Backup documentation may be requested. Failure to submit may result in a disqualification / rejection for future applications.There are two intakes per year: April 1st and October 1st
In the event this date falls on a weekend, the deadline will be the following Monday
Applications will be ranked on the following criteria:
- Needs assessment, analysis and planned evaluation with measurable targets and outcomes
- Cost-benefit value
- Degree of financial need of applicant / how much self-help
- Demonstration of thorough project plan
- Number of people impacted and how (includes special considerations)
- Financial stability / demonstrate how matching funds / resources / revenue will be raised
- Credible previous management of project / activity / organization
A streamlined process makes it easy for applicants to receive information and application forms on the Community Grant Program.
Complete and submit the Funding Application prior to the deadline • Download the Form • NEW - Apply online
- Administration reviews your application for completeness to ensure all required information is correctly entered on the application form and included in the submission.
- All completed funding requests are presented to the Grant Funding Advisory Committee to review, rank and make recommendations to Council
- You will be expected to complete a 10-minute question and answer with the Committee.
- The Funding Committee will present their recommendations to Council for consideration • Council makes the final grant approval decisions.
- Administration will process approved funding and provide a letter outlining any funding conditions and expectations, as well as final reporting requirements • Projects must be completed within 12 months of the funding approval date.
Any unused portions of the grant must be returned along with the Final Report. If grant funds were not used for the purpose they were awarded, the applicant will be required to return the funding.
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Brochure | Community Grant Program Brochure |
Designated Funding | $19,180 |
Timelines | Two intakes per year. No Spring deadline (2020). Fall deadline is October 16, 2020. |
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