BCF 2026 Community Grants
The BCF Community Grants Program enables contributions from a diverse group of donors to flow to local organizations that are building a sustainable community where everyone belongs.
By Community, For Community
As the Bow Valley’s most wide-reaching grant program, these funds connect community generosity with high-impact projects tackling our region’s biggest challenges. Every year, Banff Canmore Foundation supports initiatives from Lake Louise to the Stoney Nakoda First Nation, supporting the people and ideas making life better in this incredible place.
Apply for 2026
The application season for BCF Community Grants will open earlier this year, on December 10, 2025. The application closes on January 15, 2026.
Grant FAQs
A quick overview of what the program supports, who can apply, and what to expect throughout the process. It gives applicants the clarity to move forward with confidence.
2025 BCF Grant Recipients
In 2025, 25 organizations received a total of $200,000 to power community-led change. Together, we’re building momentum for lasting impact, systems-level solutions, and a more connected, resilient Bow Valley. Learn more about our BCF 2026 Community Grant Recipients
The BCF Community Grants Program gives us real insight into what the Bow Valley’s needs are as a community. And being able to support those needs by making decisions about funding and investing money in great projects is a satisfying process.”
— Sandy Last, BCF Board Member and Program Committee Member
Special thanks to our anchor partner Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation:
