At Alberta Blue Cross®, we’re committed to strengthening communities and improving the health and wellbeing of all Albertans. As part of that commitment, we provide $1,000 grants to organizations that are making a positive impact in their communities through our annual Community Wellbeing Grant program.
In 2024, we received an overwhelming number of inspiring applications. To ensure we could support even more incredible initiatives across the province, we increased the number of recipients from 30 to 50—a change that’s here to stay. This expansion allows us to further our mission of helping organizations that promote physical, mental and social wellbeing in both urban and rural communities.
We’re excited to introduce this year’s grant recipients and celebrate the impact they’re making.
Celebrating 2024 grant recipients
From mental health initiatives to programs that encourage social connection, this year’s grant recipients are making a real difference. Here are just a few of the organizations we supported in 2024:
- Calgary Veterans Services Society: Calgary Veterans Services Society is a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders by providing access to nutritious food and essential services.
- Soaring Eagle Support Society, Whitecourt: The Soaring Eagle Support Society provides housing stability to people who are homeless or hard-to-house, giving them the opportunity to transition to a better life.
- Amy’s House, Edmonton: Amy’s House provides free accommodation for families travelling over 100 km to Edmonton for cancer treatment.
- HeartSpark, Fort McMurray: HeartSpark is a youth-serving organization in Wood Buffalo, dedicated to empowering girls ages nine to 13 through free, inclusive programming that supports mental health, social development and community engagement.
- Grande Prairie Palliative Care Society (GPPCS): The Grande Prairie Palliative Care Society (GPPCS) is a registered charity based in Grande Prairie and the only palliative care society in the Northwest Region.
- Lethbridge Soup Kitchen: The Lethbridge Soup Kitchen provides healthy meals three times a day to the unhoused population and anyone in need.
- Hope Haven Women’s Shelter, Lac La Biche: Hope Haven Women’s Shelter is dedicated to supporting women and children in crisis across Lac La Biche and surrounding communities.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Medicine Hat & District: Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Medicine Hat & District supports youth by connecting them with dedicated role models who provide guidance and companionship.
- Dress for Success Central Alberta, Red Deer: Dress for Success Central Alberta empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing professional attire, career development tools and a support network.
- The Parent’s Survival Resource & Connection Society, Okotoks: The Parent’s Survival Resource & Connection Society (PSRCS) improves the wellbeing and mental health of caregivers, youth and adult individuals within the pan-disabilities community.
Congratulations to all of the incredible 2024 recipients! We’re thrilled to support these organizations and the work they do to enhance their community.
View the full list of 2024 grant recipients.
Apply for the 2025 Community Wellbeing Grant program
Is your organization dedicated to promoting health and wellbeing in your community? We encourage you to apply for the 2025 Community Wellbeing Grant Program. Applications open March 4 and close April 30, 2025.
Find out if your organization is eligible for the program and start your application today.
