Microgrants

The Microgrant is one of two funding streams under the City’s Civic Grant Program. It provides one‑time start‑up funding to support individuals, community groups, and organizations in launching local projects that benefit residents and help build a strong, connected community. Projects must align with at least one of the following themes:

Social
Sport and Recreation
Arts, Culture and Heritage
Economic
Environmental
Multicultural

Funding of up to $1,500 is available per project.

Microgrant Objectives

Provide one‑time start‑up funding to help community projects get started or tested
Support projects that primarily benefit Spruce Grove residents and contribute to a strong, connected community
Encourage short‑term, pilot, or one‑time initiatives that respond to local needs or opportunities

Evaluation and Funding Decisions

Applications are reviewed by City Administration and evaluated for eligibility and alignment with program priorities. Funding recommendations are provided to the Community Services Advisory Committee (CSAC), which makes the final funding decisions.

CSAC Meeting Schedule

The Community Services Advisory Committee meets on the second Tuesday of each month, except July, August, and December. Applicants are encouraged to review CSAC meeting dates when planning their submission.

2026 CSAC meeting dates:

Tuesday, January 13
Tuesday, February 10
Tuesday, March 10
Tuesday, April 14
Tuesday, May 12
Tuesday, June 9
Tuesday, September 1
Tuesday, October 6
Tuesday, November 10

Important Dates

Milestone	Timing
Applications open	Accepted year-round
Application deadline	Applications should be received at least 4 weeks in advance of each CSAC meeting date.
Grant award notifications	Within one week of a decision by CSAC
Funding issued	Within one week of a decision by CSAC

How to apply

Step 1: Review program information

Review the Microgrant Guide and the Civic Grant Program Policy to understand the program objectives and eligibility requirements.

Step 2: Access the application

Access the Microgrant Application here.

Step 3: Complete the application

Complete the application in full using the template provided.
Applications must be submitted in Word format.

Step 4: Submit your application

Submit the completed application to civicgrants@sprucegrove.org.

The personal information you provide as part of the Microgrant application process is collected under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) for the purpose of managing the Civic Grant Program. General information about approved grant funding, including the name of the successful applicant, the name of the funded project, and the total amount funded, may be proactively disclosed to the public through various channels, such as the City of Spruce Grove website, social media, print materials, or other public communications. If you have any questions about the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, please contact the Access and Privacy Office at: ATIA@sprucegrove.org.

Questions?

For additional information or questions about your application you can email us or call 780-962-7618 ext. 5.