Town of Olds Announces 2026 FCSS Grant Recipients

The Town of Olds and the Community Connection Centre, are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) external grants. These funds are dedicated to supporting local organizations that provide preventive social services and strengthen the social fabric of our community.

A total of $58,360.00 has been awarded for the 2026 cycle, distributed among the following recipient organizations:

• Accredited Supports to the Community – $4,000 towards the Community Seniors Supports (CSS).
• Boys and Girls Club of Olds and Area – $15,297 towards their Community Programming.
• Chinooks Edge School Division – $20,587 towards their Youth Empowerment Support (YES).
• Hope 4 MVC Kids – $1,250 towards Building Resilient Supports: Mental Health First Aid Training for Hope 4 MVC Kids Leadership.
• Mountain View Emergency Shelter Society – $3,500 towards Community of Practice, Education and Awareness.
• Mountain View Hospice Society – $4,000 towards Volunteer Driver and Navigation.
• Mountain View Moccasin House – $3,050 towards Community Programming.
• Mountain View Regional Libraries – $1,100 towards Comicon.
• Olds Municipal Public Library – $2,846 towards Community Programming.
• Olds and District Special Family Voices – $3,000 towards Community Programming.

About FCSS

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a partnership between the Government of Alberta and local municipalities or Métis Settlements. Together, they fund and support programs that strengthen individuals, families, and communities through prevention.

FCSS programs are designed locally to focus on early intervention, community involvement, and long-term well-being. Under this shared investment model, the province provides 80% of the funding, while municipalities contribute the remaining 20% to encourage innovation and local leadership

The Town of Olds remains committed to fostering a resilient and connected community through these strategic partnerships.

Media Contact:

Heather Dixon
Supervisor – Community Development
Town of Olds
hdixon@olds.ca
Direct: 403-507-4838