The County of Vermilion River has extended the deadline to their recreation and community enhancement grants. Deadlines for the Programs & Events and New Initiatives applications are now due on June 5.
Funding is available for organizations, agricultural societies, recreation societies and hall boards within the county. Both streams offer a total of $10,000 which will be spread across successful applicants.
The purpose of the funding is to support recreation, arts and culture that encourages healthy living and creates and enhances community spirit in the county.
Organizations applying must provide a year end report for the 2019 funds received from the previous year. Organizations in the Dewberry, Kitscoty, Marwayne, Paradise Valley and Vermilion are able to apply for funding. Organizations and facilities in the City of Lloydminster are not eligible to apply for the New Initiatives grant.
Applications must be sent directly to the County of Vermilion River either online or through the mail.