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Rural Alberta Development Fund
Alberta Rural Development Network gratefully acknowledges funding from Rural Alberta Development Fund (RADF). RADF is a not-for-profit that focuses on helping rural communities build capacity and leaders. It has been investing in rural projects since 2007.
Vision
Rural Alberta has vibrant and sustainable communities where rural and urban families, individuals, organizations, businesses, and governments are vital contributors to the growth, prosperity and quality of life of Albertans.
Mission
Rural Alberta’s Development Fund seeks to inspire and act as a catalyst for innovative, collaborative, community-led projects which promote the growth, prosperity and quality of life in rural Alberta.
Alberta Community and Co-operative Association

Alberta Recreation & Parks Association
Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation (CRRF)
Community Futures Network of Alberta
The Conseil de développement économique de l’Alberta (CDEA)
The Canadian Rural Research Network (CRRN) is a new means to support information sharing and networking among stakeholders with an interest in rural research.
ARDN welcomes discussion of partnership or support with other organizations. Contact Dee Ann Benard, Executive Director, at (780) 449-1006 ext 223 or exec.dir@ardn.ca.