Investing in Community!
Each year, the District provides grant funding and in-kind support to non-profit organizations to help with their activities that support a healthy and vibrant quality of life in Mackenzie.
Due to the reduction in tax revenue, the District is reviewing its grant funding policies and programs to assess the potential to reduce this budget without diminishing the value of the non-profit community in assisting the municipality in providing a strong community focus for residents.
How Can You Participate?
We invite you to share your input during two upcoming public engagement opportunities:
Public Engagement #1 - September
Public Survey:
- Share your thoughts on what the priorities should be for District grant funding for the community
- Share your thoughts on the budget for this program (currently ~$240,000)
Non-Profit Survey:
- Share your experience with the program, eligibility, application process, and final reporting requirements
Public Engagement #2 - November
Public Survey:
- Share your thoughts on the draft updated grant policy and application process.
In 2025, the District approved and will provide approximately $240,000 in cash and in-kind support to local non-profit organizations and faith-based organizations through our granting and support policies. The main categories of support the District provides include:
- Permissive Tax Exemptions (free municipal property tax)
- Free Utility Fees (water, sewer, garbage pick-up)
- Fee-for-Service Funding Agreements (multi-year funding typically for operations)
- Grants (in-kind and cash)
- Other – (ie. bursaries, storage, donations to fundraiser, rent support etc.)
The diagram below provide a breakdown of the District’s investment in each category.
Click here for the full listing of 2025 grants, exemptions, and in-kind support provided.
