Celebrating Community Impact: Meet the 2025 WCF Grant Recipients

7 July 2025

At the Westlock Community Foundation, we believe in the power of local people and ideas to create lasting impact. That’s why we’re proud to announce the recipients of our 2025 Community Grants—12 exceptional projects, powered by local champions, that are making life better across our region.

Together, these grants represent a community investment of more than $200,000. From outdoor classrooms and diving blocks to hunger relief and historic restoration, this year’s funded initiatives reflect the creativity, compassion, and determination that define our communities.

“This year’s grantees reflect the incredible diversity, creativity, and resilience of our region,” said Katie Robertson, Executive Director of WCF. “Whether it’s building an outdoor classroom, upgrading senior facilities, preserving local history, or supporting families through food security initiatives, these projects are powered by passionate people who care deeply about their communities.”

2025 Grant Recipients at a Glance:

  • Outdoor Classroom – Pembina North Community School Fundraising Association – $15,000

  • Facility Upgrade – Fawcett Senior Centre – $25,000

  • Recreational Equipment – Town of Westlock – $18,259

  • Harvest Building Project – Westlock & District Tractor Museum Foundation – $25,000

  • Spring School Restoration Project – Friends of Vermilion Spring School Society – $15,700

  • Diving Blocks – Westlock Gators – $25,000

  • Maintenance Infrastructure Revitalization – Westlock Golf Club – $11,150

  • Distribution Support and Quality Control – Westlock WECAN – $3,000

  • Stop Hunger Project – Westlock & District Food Bank – $25,000

  • Conservation Outreach and Stewardship – Edmonton and Area Land Trust – $14,350

  • Building Empowered Lives With Hope – Hope Resource Centre Association – $15,000

  • Agriculture Program – R.F. Staples Secondary School – $8,000

These grants are made possible by generous donors to the Community Priorities Fund and other funds managed by WCF. With their support, we are building a region that is more connected, more vibrant, and more resilient.

What’s Next?

While applications for Community Priorities, Rural Resiliency, and Learning & Literacy grants are now closed, there are still opportunities to access funding:

  • Community Catalysts Micro-Grants (up to $500) are open for applications on ongoing basis.

  • Youth in Action Grants (up to $5,000 for youth-led projects) will open in the fall.

We’re always looking to connect with individuals and organizations who want to make a difference. Whether you have a bold idea, a dream for your neighbourhood, or a project that needs a little fuel to get off the ground—we’re here to help.

Visit www.westlockfoundation.ca/grants to learn more.

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