Grace & Good Fortune Bursary for Single Mothers

About this award

Get at least $2,000 for your tuition if you are a single mother studying undergraduate programs in the Calgary area — apply by June 15, 2026.

You can receive one or more awards valued at a minimum of $2,000. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and does not have to be paid back. This is for you if you are a single mother managing the financial and emotional demands of raising children while pursuing your own education. You must apply by June 15, 2026. No specific notification date is posted publicly — when you apply, ask how and when you will hear back via email, phone, or the portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation if there are any specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your school account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ To qualify, you must be a single mother with one or more dependent children. You must reside in Calgary or the surrounding area and be attending full or part-time undergraduate studies at a Calgary post-secondary institution. You also need to demonstrate financial need.

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Collect reference letters2 weeks

   Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.

3. 3

   Draft and revise your essays~10 hours

   Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.

4. 4

   Submit by June 15, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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