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Cold Lake and District FCSS awards $8,000 in Special Project grants to local groups

A total of $8,000 has been distributed to four local groups through the Cold Lake and District FCSS Special Project Grant Program, with each receiving $2,000. The grants support a variety of community-based social programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of individuals and families in the region.  

“This funding is set aside for specific social programs,” said Mayor Craig Copeland. “It’s not as widely known as some of our other grant programs, but it’s just as important. We would like to see more groups applying to it if they fit the criteria.”

The grants were awarded to the following groups.  

Alberta Health Services Assertive Outreach Bowling Program, a community-based activity designated for individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness, such as schizophrenia. 

Cold Lake Senior’s Society, the organization used the funding to support Senior’s Week activities, which included painting classes, guest speakers, a luncheon, and floor curling for about 60 local seniors.   

Alberta Health Services Assertive Outreach and St. John Evangelist Church Breakfast Program, this program offers a safe space for individuals to have a normalized social experience.  

Lakeland Centre for FASD Society BBQ and Mocktail Challenge, the grant supported National FASD Day activities and an awareness campaign.  

The Cold Lake and District FCSS Special Project Grant Program supports initiatives that meet specific guidelines, such as promoting social well-being, fostering independence, and helping people develop coping skills and social awareness. Groups can apply for up to $2,000 in funding, which must be used in the same year as the initiative and completed by December 31.  

For more information on the Special Project Grant Program or other grants available through the city of Cold Lake, visit http://www.coldlake.com/grants.  

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