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A-Team Believe Initiative
Leadership and entrepreneurship program for students
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports student leadership and entrepreneurship projects through sessions and a final pitch day. Successful teams may win grants to help fund their project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Student leadership and entrepreneurship development.
- Team-based problem solving for school or community needs.
- Project pitching to a panel of investors.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Schools
- Student teams
- Teachers registering students
Eligible expenses
- Project funding through grants awarded at Pitch Day.
Eligible geographic areas
- TCDSB
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Selected schools are contacted by November 10.
- Teams participate in the sessions and then present at Pitch Day.
- Grant support is tied to the Pitch Day outcome.
Additional information
- 20 spots are available.
- Students receive a certified credential after completing the program.
- The program includes an in-person Pitch Day.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the A-Team Believe Initiative Program
What is the A-Team Believe Initiative?
This program supports student leadership and entrepreneurship projects through sessions and a final pitch day. Successful teams may win grants to help fund their project.
Who is eligible for the A-Team Believe Initiative program?
To be eligible for the A-Team Believe Initiative program, you must:
School team of 6+ students.
Attendance at all sessions required.
In-person Pitch Day presentation.
What expenses are eligible under A-Team Believe Initiative?
Student leadership and entrepreneurship development.
Team-based problem solving for school or community needs.
Project pitching to a panel of investors.
Who can I contact for more information about the A-Team Believe Initiative?
You can contact The Angel Foundation for Learning (AFL) by email at info@believeinitiative.com.
Where is the A-Team Believe Initiative available?
The A-Team Believe Initiative program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the A-Team Believe Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
A-Team Believe Initiative is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the A-Team Believe Initiative?
A-Team Believe Initiative is funded by The Angel Foundation for Learning (AFL)