Grace & Good Fortune Bursary for Single Mothers
$ 2,000
minimum of $2,000, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
Grace & Good Fortune Bursary for Single Mothers
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 17, 2026
$2,000
Total value
June 15, 2026 (past — check with provider)
Deadline
About this award
Get at least $2,000 for your tuition if you are a single mother in undergraduate studies 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, though it is applied directly to your tuition. This is for you if you are a single mother managing the financial and emotional demands of raising one or more dependent children while pursuing your education. You must apply by June 15, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the application 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 during your application if there are any other specific payment steps you need to take. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's one-time 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 must also demonstrate financial need.
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
Submit before the posted deadline~1 hour
Check the official source for the current deadline: save a copy and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Essay
The biggest mistake is writing a generic academic statement.
Strategy
Winners instead share the raw reality of juggling childcare and school, then clearly link their specific career goals to the independence this degree will provide.
References
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Strategy
Winners instead use a referee who can speak directly to their resilience and ability to manage the heavy demands of motherhood and study simultaneously.
Strategy
Focus your essay on the "why." Don't just list your struggles; explain how achieving a post-secondary education will specifically support your dreams and create a better life for your children.
Realism
Because this award requires proof of financial need and a personal essay, it is a high-effort application.
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How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
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When is the deadline?
The provider lists the deadline as "June 15, 2026 (past — check with provider)". Check the official source before applying.
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Can international students apply?
Check the official source: citizenship requirements vary.
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