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2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program
Low-barrier bursary support for 2-Spirit community members
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 17,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 21, 2024
- Closing date : September 16, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
This bursary program provides low-barrier funding for 2-Spirit community members. It supports self-determined needs through 16 bursaries totaling $17,000 and includes eligible activities such as treatment support, seniors, memorial, and community-related bursaries.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 17,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : August 21, 2024
- Closing date : September 16, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- LGBTQ+ community
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Low-barrier bursary support for self-determined needs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- 2-Spirit community members
- Applicants eligible for one of the listed bursaries
- Friends and family of staff, if eligible
Who is not eligible
- Staff members
Eligible expenses
- Self-determined personal or community needs.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the relevant bursary process.
- If there is more than one eligible applicant, the winner is drawn at random.
- Winners are announced at the AGM and awarded in person.
Additional information
- Applications are open from August 21, 2024 to September 16, 2024.
- There are 16 bursaries available in total.
- Winners are announced at an in-person AGM event.
- Applicants may be asked to allow their name and photo to be used for promotion or celebration of the program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program?
This bursary program provides low-barrier funding for 2-Spirit community members. It supports self-determined needs through 16 bursaries totaling $17,000 and includes eligible activities such as treatment support, seniors, memorial, and community-related bursaries.
How much funding can be received?
2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program Funds up to $17,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 16, 2024.
Who is eligible for the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program program?
To be eligible for the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program program, you must:
2-Spirit community member
Eligible for a listed bursary
Not a staff member
What expenses are eligible under 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program?
Low-barrier bursary support for self-determined needs.
Who can I contact for more information about the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program?
You can contact 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations by email at info@2spirits.org or by phone at none.
Where is the 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program available?
The 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations — Bursary Program program is available across Canada.