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Black Youth Mentorship Program
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Mentorship and supportive programming for Black youth
Grant and Funding
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
- Open continuously
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
1
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)
2
Access the application form
- Open the relevant online application form
- Use the Mentee Application Form or the Mentor Application Form, as applicable
3
Complete the application
- Complete the form with the requested information
- Ensure your details reflect your background, experience, and interests for matching
4
Submit your application
- Submit the completed application form online
5
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
