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Astley Family Foundation - Learning Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Support for innovative, short-term youth projects in Waterloo Region
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 13, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
The Learning Grants provide up to $25,000 to support innovative, short-term projects that enhance youth services in Waterloo Region. Activities include piloting new ideas, fostering collaborations, and outreach to extend successful initiatives.
Activities funded
- Launching pilot projects to test new ideas or technologies.
- Developing new collaborations among youth-serving organizations.
- Conducting outreach to expand existing programs into Waterloo Region.
- Planning and developing strategies for innovative youth interventions.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 15,000
Development of a youth engagement mobile app to foster community participation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations serving youth in Waterloo Region.
- Community groups with a focus on youth development.
Who is not eligible
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
Waterloo RegionSelection criteria
- Innovation and originality of the project proposal.
- Feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan.
- Potential impact on youth and the community.
- Alignment with strategic objectives to support youth services.
How to apply
Create an account on the foundation's application portal.Prepare a project proposal outlining objectives, activities, and outcomes.Gather supporting documents such as project plan and budget.Log into the application portal and upload all required documentation.Review and submit the application before the deadline.
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