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preventative social programs

Applications now open for FCSS Funding

Feb 15, 2020 | 8:00 AM

The Red Deer & District Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) Board is now accepting funding applications for preventative social programs.

School boards, municipalities and non-profits in the Red Deer and District FCSS region – including the partner municipalities of The City of Red Deer, Red Deer County, Town of Bowden, Town of Penhold, Village of Delburne and Village of Elnora – can submit applications for funding for preventative social programming. Funding through this Grant Application Process will be allocated to successful proponents for three years (2021-2023).

The FCSS mandate is to provide preventive social programming that enhances the social wellbeing of individuals and families through promotion or intervention strategies provided at the earliest opportunity. In-school mentoring, preschool wellness and seniors outreach programs are among some of the many programs currently funded by FCSS.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2020. Complete details, including information about the application process, can be found at reddeer.ca/FCSS

Applicants can choose to attend one of the following procurement orientation sessions for more information on the requirements and process:

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