Community Initiatives Fund approves over $7.5 million for 475 Saskatchewan community grants

Saskatchewan communities will receive 475 grants totalling $7,573,740 through the Community Initiatives Fund's February 1 and April 1 funding deadlines.

The Community Grant Program, with an April 1 deadline, approved 208 grants totalling $4,281,714. Funding supports programs focused on children and youth wellbeing, mental health, healthy lifestyles, and community connection. Nonprofit organizations also received support for program delivery, governance, leadership, and volunteer capacity. The Canadian Mental Health Association, Saskatchewan Division, will receive $1,566,000 over two years for its Gambling Awareness Program.

The Summer Grant Program, with a February 1 deadline, approved 266 grants totalling $1,726,206. Those funds support camps and day programs offering children and youth opportunities in recreation, arts, culture, and learning.

"Our government is proud to support the CIF's important work with a dedicated share of SaskGaming's revenues," said Alana Ross, Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport. "This year's $1 million funding increase will support even more projects and programs in communities across the province."

"At the Community Initiatives Fund, we continue to be inspired by the creativity, commitment, and care demonstrated by organizations across Saskatchewan," said Tracey Mann, Executive Director of the Community Initiatives Fund. "These investments reflect the strength of our communities and the shared commitment to ensuring children, youth, families, and communities have access to meaningful opportunities that support wellbeing and connection."

The Community Initiatives Fund is a special purpose fund created through The Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan Corporation Act and managed by a government-appointed board of community volunteers.

A complete list of grant recipients and funded projects is available at www.cifsask.org.