2026 funding applications will be open October 6 - November 14, 2025. More information will be available Monday, October 6th 2025 by 12 PM.
The 2026 FCSS grant application guide can be found here.
The 2026 FCSS grant application can be found here.
For programs funded in 2025, the funding report can be found here, and is due January 31, 2026.
All applications can be sent to FCSS@foothillscountyab.ca.
FCSS Agencies are hosting a funding application workshop on October 23 from 1 to 3:00 pm.
Why attend?
There are important changes to the 2026 FCSS funding application process and reporting requirements. This workshop is your opportunity to:
- Review the updated FCSS funding application
- Understand key criteria for successful submissions
- Ask questions specific to your organization’s needs
If you are interested in registering for our Agency Workshop, please register via e-mail or Here: https://forms.office.com/r/YTB0ZxUqgP by Thursday, October 16th with the following details:
- Your organization name
- Name(s) and position(s) of attendees
- Any questions you’d like addressed during the workshop
*Note: submitting your questions in advance helps us tailor the session to your needs.
Feel free to share this invitation with other organizations who may benefit from the session. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you have any further questions, you can contact us at FCSS@Foothillscountyab.ca or by calling 403-603-6229.
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a partnership between the Province and Foothills County that develops, coordinates, and provides Foothills residents with a variety of preventive social programs. It enhances the social well-being of individuals, families and communities through the provision of funding to non-profit community-based programs that meet the requirements of the Provincial FCSS Act and Regulation.
Foothills County FCSS is a member of the Provincial FCSS program. For further information on the Provincial FCSS Department, check out the Government of Alberta Family and Community Support Services website.
Contact Information:
Phone: 403-603-6229
Email: FCSS@foothillscountyAB.ca
Organizations and Programs we support in 2025 are:
Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area - Volunteer Appreciation
https://www.crossconservation.org/Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area
BGC Foothills Clubs - Youth Programming
https://www.bgcsouthernalberta.com/programs/youth-programs/
Blackie Community Association - Blackie Buzz Newsletter
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063478326579
Blackie Community Library - Triple Enhancement Program
210 Aberdeen St, Blackie AB (403) 684-3688
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools - Connections Program and Family School Liaison Program
https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/student-supports
Davisburg Community Association - Community Awareness & Volunteer Program
https://www.davisburg.ca/
Foothills Country Hospice - Volunteer Services Program
https://www.countryhospice.org/
Foothills Land Trust - Volunteer Program
https://foothillslandtrust.org/
Foothills School Division - Family School Liaison Program
https://www.foothillsschooldivision.ca/
Friends of the Bar U Historic Ranch Association - Volunteer Recognition and Training
https://friendsofthebaru.com/
Griffiths Community Centre - Seniors Programming
https://www.griffithscentre.ca/
High River Sunset Drive-In Ltd. - Volunteer Appreciation Event
https://www.sunsetdriveinhighriver.com/
Inclusion Foothills - Family Support Program
https://inclusionfoothills.org/
Leighton Art Centre - Volunteer Appreciation Event
https://leightoncentre.org/
Millarville Community Library - Volunteer Training & Appreciation
https://www.millarvillelibrary.ca/
Millarville Racetrack & Agricultural Society - Volunteer Recognition & Community Awareness
https://www.millarvilleracetrack.com/
Okotoks & District Seniors Club - Program Facilitator
http://okotoksseniors.ca/home.html
Okotoks Family Resource Centre - Community Resource Centre
https://www.okotoks.ca/your-services/online-services/town-directory/okotoks-family-resource-centre
Priddis Community Association - Priddis and Millarville Fair Book
https://www.millarvilleracetrack.com/priddis-millarville-fair/
Rotary Club of High River - Volunteer Appreciation Event
https://rotaryclubofhighriver.com/
Rowan House Society - Branches Prevention Education and Volunteer Programs
https://www.rowanhouse.ca/
Sheep River Health Trust - Memory Workshops
https://www.sheepriverhealthtrust.ca/
Sheep River Library - Volunteer Program
https://www.sheepriverlibrary.ca/
Solace Grief Support Society - Group Counselling Program
https://www.solacegriefsupport.com/
Square Butte Community Association - Volunteer Appreciation
https://www.squarebuttehall.com/membership
Town of High River - FCSS Resource Centre
https://highriver.ca/community/community-support-services
Foothills Community Counselling - Short Term Counselling Program
https://highriver.ca/community/community-support-services/foothills-community-counselling
Greater Foothills Family Centre - Family Centre Programs https://www.greaterfoothillsfamilycentre.ca/
Valley Neighbors Club - Seniors Connections Programming
https://valleyneighboursclub.com/contact/
Wild Rose Community Connections - DadConnexx and Volunteer Connections Programs
https://www.wildrosecommunityconnections.com/