August 1, 2026

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The Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce (DDCC) is now accepting applications for its World’s Largest Dinosaur (WLD) Legacy Fund. The community investment program supports initiatives that strengthen economic development throughout the Drumheller region.

Funding is available to not-for-profit organizations and other formally organized community groups undertaking capital projects that provide direct or indirect economic benefits to the region. Applications will be accepted from August 1through to September 30, 2026 with funding requests of up to $25,000 per project.

Application forms and program guidelines are available here.

“The World’s Largest Dinosaur Legacy Fund reflects the Chamber’s ongoing commitment to investing in projects that strengthen our community and support long-term economic development,” says Lana Phillips, President of the Drumheller &District Chamber of Commerce. “While we continue to navigate the future of the World’s Largest Dinosaur, we remain committed to reinvesting the proceeds it generates back into the Drumheller region. We encourage organizations with projects that will have a lasting positive impact to apply for funding.”

Since the Legacy Fund was established in 2004, the Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce has invested more than $890,000 back into the local community. Funding has supported over 80 community organizations and local businesses, as well as a $250,000 contribution to the Town of Drumheller toward the construction of the Badlands Community Facility.

“Each year, the Legacy Fund demonstrates how tourism can create lasting benefits for residents and visitors alike,” says Heather Bitz, Executive Director of the Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce. “By investing in projects that improve our community and visitor experience, we are helping to build a strong, more vibrant Drumheller for years to come.”

WLD Legacy Fund Application

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For more information, please contact:
Heather Bitz, Executive Director

Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce

403-823-8100
h.bitz@drumhellerchamber.com

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