Not long ago you received an invitation to join us in supporting the many caring Albertans who work to protect Alberta's precious natural assets — its fresh water, clean air, and world-renowned wilderness and wildlife. As those of you who have accepted our invitation already know, a donation to our Live Green, Give Green! campaign is a terrific way to feel good by doing good.
Are you, or someone you know, between the ages of 16-29 who has a great idea on how to improve the environment in Alberta?
If YES, then you are eligible to apply for a grant of up to $5,000 to bring your idea to life, and make a lasting difference in your community.
If YES, visit http://www.albertaecotrust.com/yes for more information and deadlines to apply. Read More
Did you know that only 4% of Albertans make charitable donations to the environment? Alberta Ecotrust raises money from caring individuals who believe that a healthy environment is the foundation of a healthy community. The money is then invested in people who protect:
There are presently over 200 groups led by volunteers that are protecting and managing rivers, creeks, lakes and wetlands in our Alberta communities. Read More
Do you work for an under-resourced grassroots environmental group?
Are you a volunteer-driven group that needs support for your activities?
Are you engaged in work that directly or indirectly benefits Alberta's environment?
If so, then consider applying for a Community Grant from Alberta Ecotrust Foundation before October 15. Read More
Please Join Us…
A Gathering of Alberta Watershed Protectors
September 29th to October 1st
“When the well’s dry,” Benjamin Franklin noted 250 years ago, “we know the worth of water.”
Who should be there? Read More
Attention: Community groups, environmental organizations, charities, and other non-profit associations engaged in environmental work in Alberta. We want to remind you of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation's upcoming grant deadlines.
The deadline for our fall intake of Major Project Grant Letters of Intent is August 15, 2009. Major Project Grants provide up to $30,000 in funding to not-for-profit organizations for community oriented environmental projects in Alberta. Read More
From May 20th to May 22nd, 2009, you are invited to join with Albertans from all corners of the province for a lively, interactive conference that will give you hands-on experience with municipal sustainability planning. Read More
To help support our grantees and grant applicants in their future fundraising and grant-writing efforts, we are hosting an evening session on Monday, January 26th entitled, "Ideas to Impacts".
Please join us at the Kahanoff Conference Centre to participate in the session, meet other local movers and shakers and enjoy coffee and dessert with us!
Please RSVP to let me know if you plan to attend. Read More
If your work or passion is about watershed stewardship, protection and management - then don't miss this one-day conference on November 7, 2008 in Edmonton:
Early Bird (until Oct 25): $15
Note: Limited travel subsidies will be available for those travelling to attend the event.
Come and find out how to you can improve watershed stewardship by improving your group's collaboration skills. Read More
Alberta Ecotrust presents MAXIMIZING IMPACT 2008
Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Date: November 8 and 9, 2008
Location: Fort Edmonton Park, Edmonton, AB
Cost*:
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