Student Action for Wellness Grant - Together Airdrie Thrives

The Student Action for Wellness (SAW) Grant empowers students in Grades 7-12 to lead projects that improve mental well-being, strengthen belonging, and create positive change in their schools. Whether it’s a kindness campaign, peer support initiative, cultural celebration, or wellness activity, students can bring their ideas to life through funding and support.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Step 1: Read the Expression of Interest Guide

Step 2: Register for an information session
Step 3: Build your project team
Step 4: Complete the application form
Step 5: Receive funding and implement your project
Step 6: Share your impact at the celebration event

Turn your wellness idea into action. Review the guide and submit your application before November 13, 2026.

Download the Guide

Application Form

Attend an Information Session

Grant Details

📝 Who Can Apply?

Be an Airdrie school serving students in Grades 7-12
Submit a student-led project with staff support
Address a school wellness need or opportunity
Align with one of the SAW focus areas
Benefit the broader school community
Complete the project between February 1 and May 20, 2027

💡 Grant Focus Areas

1. Mental and Emotional Well-Being

Support students to build resilience, manage stress, develop healthy coping skills, and strengthen mental wellness. Examples include:

Mindfulness and stress management activities
Mental health awareness campaigns
Emotional regulation skill-building
Digital well-being education related to technology, social media, and AI use

2. Social Connection and Belonging

Support students to feel connected, included, valued, and supported within their school community. Examples include:

Peer mentoring and support programs
School-wide kindness initiatives
Intercultural learning events
Student-led inclusion and connection activities

💰 Funding

Up to $1,500 per project.

Funding can support:

✅ Supplies and materials

✅ Marketing and promotion

✅ Transportation or accessibility supports

✅ Guest speakers or facilitators

✅ Small equipment purchases

✅ Food and refreshments (up to 10% of the project budget)

We do not fund:

❌ Staff salaries

❌ School operating expenses

❌ Capital projects

❌ Fundraising activities

❌ Political activities

📅 Key Dates

Date	Milestone
September 21, 2026	Applications Open
November 13, 2026	Applications Close
Mid-December 2026	Successful Applicants Notified
January 2027	Funding Distributed to Schools
February 1 – May 20, 2027	Project Implementation
June 4, 2027	Celebration Event
June 11, 2027	Final Report Due