Grants to Alberta qualified donees to address community needs in eligible regions. Areas of interest include Coronavirus (COVID-19) recovery, community wellness, the environment, economy, and supporting Indigenous communities. Funding is intended to benefit communities in MD Bighorn (including Benchlands, Lac des Arcs, Deadman’s Flats, Exshaw, Harvie Heights); Stoney Nakoda Reserve (including Morley); Kananaskis ID; Town of Canmore; Town of Banff; and ID 9 (including Lake Louise).

2023 BCCF Priority Areas:

These priority areas reflect the most current interpretation of community needs based on Vital Signs research and insights from the Foundation's ongoing work, i.e., from Moving Mountains Initiative findings, community relationships, and Program Committee discussion. See Vital Signs pdf in Supporting Documents, below. 

For 2022-2023 the Priority areas are:

• Support Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission; advance equity and inclusion to strengthen relationships between Indigenous people and settlers; create opportunities to increase Indigenous cultural awareness and learning throughout the Bow Valley.
• Support initiatives that enhance affordability for people who live and work in the Bow Valley; foster a sustainable, locally owned, diverse, inclusive, and resilient economy.
• Support protection and restoration of the natural environment, with a focus on community action to address climate change and reduce emissions.
• Foster community wellness and safety through support of essential social services, housing and food security, and mental health initiatives; ensure a healthy community and protection of vulnerable people.