Finances and Funding

GET FREE* PROFESSIONAL HELP WITH YOUR GRANTS
The EFCL has paired with Alberta Counsel to offer Leagues exclusive access to professional grant writing services. This game-changing resource is designed to empower your League by helping you secure local, provincial, federal, and corporate funding opportunities without all the work. From tailored grant strategies to expert assistance with applications, reporting, sponsorships, and even crowdfunding, service packages can be as simple or as extensive as you need, including:

  • Creation of a customized grant and funding strategy for your league
  • Assistance with grant and funding writing, budget building, and all reporting duties
  • Reporting and compliance support, including stacking rules
  • Sponsorship and crowdfunding campaign support
  • Guidance on building local collaborations and partnerships
  • Project planning and management support, as needed
  • Product and quote sourcing assistance, as needed
  • Monthly updates on new funding programs, deadlines, and opportunities.

These services are offered free of charge, with no limits on the number of applications. You’re only charged when you’re awarded money: Alberta Counsel’s 1.5% fee means you’d only pay $750 on a $50,000 grant — and only if you secure the funds.

To begin using these services today, contact grants@albertacounsel.com or call 780-652-2309.

While it is the responsibility of all board members to be up to date on their League’s finances, some board roles have additional responsibilities regarding finances: treasurer, bookkeeper, casino and president. *Your league may or may not have all these roles in your bylaws.

When it comes to managing Community League finances, there are lots of responsibilities – from monthly reports to an annual budget. But when it comes down to the accountability, that lies with all board members.

Here are some documents that will help your board establish good financial practices: