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Black Youth Mentorship Program

Q: Who is eligible for the Black Youth Mentorship Program program?

To be eligible for the Black Youth Mentorship Program program, you must: Black youth aged 13–25 (Hamilton area) One-on-one mentees: ages 13–18 Submit mentor/mentee application form

Q: What expenses are eligible under Black Youth Mentorship Program?

Monthly drop-in sessions covering topics such as mental health support, arts and culture, queer support and advocacy, STEM (e.g., coding), mentorship, civic engagement/leadership, and cultural identity building. One-on-one mentorship pairing professionals/community leaders with youth, with weekly connections and monthly group mentorship events (in person or virtual). Youth Council participation to help shape programming, provide feedback, coordinate events/workshops, and collaborate on social media content.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Black Youth Mentorship Program?

You can contact Hamilton Center for Civic Inclusion (HCCI) by email at bymp@hcci.ca or by phone at (905) 297-4694.

Q: Where is the Black Youth Mentorship Program available?

The Black Youth Mentorship Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Black Youth Mentorship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Black Youth Mentorship Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Black Youth Mentorship Program?

Black Youth Mentorship Program is funded by Hamilton Center for Civic Inclusion (HCCI)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Mentorship and supportive programming for Black youth

Grant and Funding

Hamilton Center for Civic Inclusion

Overview

Information not available (no funding amount is mentioned in the provided source). The program supports Black youth in Hamilton through mentorship, safe spaces, and programming such as drop-in sessions, one-on-one mentoring, and academic-based workshops.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Hamilton
Ontario

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Black Canadians
2SLGBTQI+
Canadians
Youth (<40)

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Monthly drop-in sessions covering topics such as mental health support, arts and culture, queer support and advocacy, STEM (e.g., coding), mentorship, civic engagement/leadership, and cultural identity building.
One-on-one mentorship pairing professionals/community leaders with youth, with weekly connections and monthly group mentorship events (in person or virtual).
Youth Council participation to help shape programming, provide feedback, coordinate events/workshops, and collaborate on social media content.

Eligibility

Be a Black youth participant aged 13–25 in the Hamilton area (program participation).
For the one-on-one stream, mentees must be youth aged 13–18.
Apply as a mentor or mentee through the respective application form.

Who is eligible?

Black youth (ages 13–25) in the Hamilton area
Black youth (ages 13–18) seeking one-on-one mentorship as mentees
Professionals and community leaders interested in serving as mentors

Eligible geographic areas

Hamilton, Ontario (Hamilton area)

How to apply

Choose mentee or mentor stream

Confirm whether you want to participate as a mentee or a mentor
Review the eligibility noted for one-on-one mentorship (youth aged 13 to 18)

Access the application form

Open the relevant online application form
Use the Mentee Application Form or the Mentor Application Form, as applicable

Complete the application

Complete the form with the requested information
Ensure your details reflect your background, experience, and interests for matching

Submit your application

Submit the completed application form online

Request help if needed

Contact the Black Youth Mentorship Coordinators if you have questions or suggestions
Email bymp@hcci.ca for one-on-one mentorship inquiries

Additional information

The program offers drop-in sessions facilitated by Black community organizers (e.g., mental health specialists, artists, community leaders, and other professionals).
A BYMP Youth Council allows participants to contribute to program development, coordinate events/workshops, and collaborate on social media content.
Participants in the Youth Council can earn volunteer hours.
The program welcomes suggestions and feedback on additional programming and resources.

Contacts

bymp@hcci.ca

(905) 297-4694

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Black Youth Mentorship Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Black Youth Mentorship 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 Black Youth Mentorship Program?

Who is eligible for the Black Youth Mentorship Program program?

What expenses are eligible under Black Youth Mentorship Program?

Monthly drop-in sessions covering topics such as mental health support, arts and culture, queer support and advocacy, STEM (e.g., coding), mentorship, civic engagement/leadership, and cultural identity building. One-on-one mentorship pairing professionals/community leaders with youth, with weekly connections and monthly group mentorship events (in person or virtual). Youth Council participation to help shape programming, provide feedback, coordinate events/workshops, and collaborate on social media content.