Strengthening community wellbeing

The City of Lethbridge is now accepting applications for funding under the 2026 Community Wellbeing Call for Proposals (CFP). Funding is available through:

• Government of Alberta’s Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) program
• Government of Canada’s Reaching Home (RH) program
• City of Lethbridge’s Diversion Outreach (DOT) program

This opportunity is open to individuals (including independent contractors), non-profit organizations and for-profit organizations – provided the proposed activity is noncommercial and not intended for profit.

"This Call for Proposals process and the resulting funded services and programs have delivered meaningful results for our community in the past,” says Andrew Malcolm, GM of Community Social Development. “We are confident that this round will bring forward innovative projects that will allow us to build on progress made and continue to address urgent needs and strengthen overall community wellbeing in Lethbridge."

Proposals must align with the relevant funding source’s directives and eligibility, and address needs, gaps and strategic priorities identified in the Community Wellbeing and Safety Strategy (CWSS), Municipal Housing Strategy (MHS) and the Lethbridge Community Needs Assessment.

Funding is provided over set two-year periods:

• FCSS and DOT programs: January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2028
• Reaching Home programs: April 1, 2027 - March 31, 2029

All approved expenses must be incurred within these timeframes. Applicants are required to maintain appropriate insurance for the full duration of their projects.

This call comes well ahead of the spend dates, giving organizations time to prepare strong proposals. Groups can combine money from this CFP with other City or non-City sources to build a stronger mix of support for one project. Reaching Home funding covers both operational and capital costs. This helps organizations cover urgent needs now and build for the future.

Applicants are encouraged to review the full Proposal Guide before starting the application process to ensure eligibility and alignment with program goals. Applications can be submitted online until Friday, March 13, 2026, at 4 p.m.

If your organization is ready to take on challenges and contribute to lasting solutions, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. Together, we can build a healthier, safer and more resilient Lethbridge.

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