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Bright Futures Barrie Grant
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Supports community youth initiatives in Barrie
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Bright Futures Barrie Grant provides funding of up to $50,000 per organization annually to support community-based initiatives for children, young adults, and youth at risk, focusing on preventing violence and gang involvement. Eligible activities include mentoring, counselling, skill development, recreational programs, sports, arts, culture, and other pro-social activities that strengthen community bonds and employment prospects.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Develop strategic partnerships
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 6, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Barrie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Implementing a youth arts and mentoring initiative to promote community engagement
Documents Needed
Application form, project proposal, budget outline, organizational registration documentation
Eligibility
- Applicant organizations must be located within Barrie city boundaries.
- The program aims to support community-based initiatives targeting youth at risk.
- Projects should align with key principles: strengthening community bonds and fostering pro-social activities.
Who is eligible?
- Local community organizations within Barrie city boundaries.
Eligible expenses
- Activities involving youth mentoring and engagement.
- Recreational, cultural, and arts programming for youth.
- Capacity building and program development support.
Eligible geographic areas
Barrie, OntarioHow to apply
Complete the application form and prepare supporting documents.Submit the application via email to bright.futures@barrie.ca.
Additional information
Organizations are encouraged to submit proposals that demonstrate innovative approaches to community support, with emphasis on collaboration with community partners. Early application submission is recommended, as funding decisions are made on a rolling basis until the program's deadline.
Contacts
bright.futures@barrie.ca
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