A project to repair and revitalize the Spiritwood Civic Centre is among 84 community capital projects across Canada to benefit from grants distributed by Farm Credit Canada’s AgriSpirit Fund.
The fund is granting $1.5 million to those projects and Spiritwood’s undertaking has qualified for $15,000.
“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is about helping community-minded individuals and groups undertake projects that enhance the quality of life in rural Canada,” said Sophie Perreault, FCC executive vice-president and chief operating officer.
“Our employees care about the communities where they live and work, and we share in their pride and sense of accomplishment by lending a helping hand.”
According to a press release, this year, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund awarded between $5,000 and $25,000 for community improvement projects that enhance the lives of residents or contribute to sustainability in communities. Examples include equipment purchase and installation, energy efficient building improvements and repairs and the purchase of rescue and fire equipment.
The next application period opens in spring 2019. Registered charities, municipalities and non-profit organizations interested in funding can visit www.fccagrispiritfund.ca for eligibility requirements, to apply online and view past projects.
