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The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is currently accepting applications for its Summer School Project Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
The Summer School Project Funding program aims to support youth arts education in Alberta by providing grants to organizations that deliver immersive, residence-based summer arts schools. The program emphasizes intensive training, meaningful engagement with professional artists, and inclusive, safe learning environments for participants across the province.
Grants may cover up to 40% of eligible project expenses
Eligible expenses include:
Administration and programming costs
Instructor and artist fees
Promotional expenses
Accommodation, meals, and supervision
Equipment rental and materials
Curriculum development and other reasonable project-related costs
Funding does not cover:
Alcohol, capital purchases, construction, amortization, GST, fundraising costs
Competitive performances or applied arts like culinary or architecture
Institutional overhead beyond limited permanent staff allocations
Projects that start before application submission or are already funded by the AFA
Registered not-for-profit organizations in Alberta, legally established and in good standing for at least one year
Organizations must operate independently from municipalities, schools, or commercial enterprises
Demonstrated governance, financial stability, and prior experience in residence-based arts programming
Partnerships are allowed if control, knowledge sharing, and collaborative outcomes are clearly defined
Ineligible applicants: Municipalities, commercial enterprises, schools, or organizations not operating at arm’s length from such entities
Confirm eligibility of your organization and proposed project
Develop a detailed residence-based arts summer school plan for youth aged 11–19
Outline a clear budget for eligible project expenses, ensuring requested funds do not exceed 40%
Submit application to the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) through the designated online platform
Include information on governance, prior programming experience, supervision plans, curriculum, and accessibility measures
Apply for AFA Summer School Project Funding
