Foothills County Family and Community Support Services - Funding Applications
2027 Funding Applications for programs of a socially preventative nature will be open October 13 - November 13, 2026
2027 FCSS Grant Application Guide
2027 FCSS Grant Application Form
2027 Budget Template
*If you are applying to multiple FCSS agencies, please ensure your application is sent to each one at the contact listed.
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a partnership between the Province and Foothills County that develops, coordinates, and provides Foothills residents with a variety of preventive social programs. It enhances the social well-being of individuals, families and communities through the provision of funding to non-profit community-based programs that meet the requirements of the Provincial FCSS Act and Regulation.
Foothills County FCSS is a member of the Provincial FCSS program. For further information on the Provincial FCSS Department, check out the Government of Alberta Family and Community Support Services website.
Contact Information:
Phone: 403-603-6229
Email: FCSS@foothillscountyAB.ca
Social Needs Assessment
In 2025, Foothills County Staff completed a Social Needs Assessment with participation from service groups and residents in Foothills County. This is the first social needs assessment we have undergone, to develop a better understanding of County specific community issues and needs as they relate to prevention and social well-being. Information gathered helps to clarify the role Foothills County FCSS plays given its mandate, and provide direction for future strategies and investment to support residents and help prevent and address the most prevalent social issues. This understanding helps to set priorities and would support evidence-based decision making to ensure that any investments in preventive social services provided in Foothills County have the biggest impact possible, given the current community context and resources available.
The full report, including research-based information and evidence of importance can be found here.
A summarized report of seven key themes, and key demographics of focus going into 2026 can be found here.