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Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants

Q: Who is eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program?

To be eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program, you must: No eligibility criteria specified for for-profit businesses; grant supports non-profit agencies.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants?

Projects that enhance the ability of non-profit organizations to deliver youth violence prevention programs. Initiatives focused on staff development to strengthen youth-serving services. Projects that foster collaboration between organizations supporting youth. Activities aimed at improving internal processes and systems for better access to early youth violence prevention programs.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants?

You can contact City of Vancouver by email at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca or by phone at 604-873-7005.

Q: Where is the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants available?

The Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Supports non-profits building youth violence prevention capacity

Grant and Funding

Overview

The Building Safer Communities Program (BSCP) – Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants provide up to $20,000 for non-profit agencies to strengthen their ability to deliver youth violence prevention programs. Eligible activities include staff development, fostering collaboration among youth-serving organizations, and improving systems to support equitable access to early intervention services.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Vancouver
British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Youth (<40)

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services
Economic, Social and Community Development
Children and Youth Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Children & youth
Young adults
Nonprofits / charities

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local
Municipal

Activities funded

Projects that enhance the ability of non-profit organizations to deliver youth violence prevention programs.
Initiatives focused on staff development to strengthen youth-serving services.
Projects that foster collaboration between organizations supporting youth.
Activities aimed at improving internal processes and systems for better access to early youth violence prevention programs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 18,000

Launching mentorship program between youth-serving and newcomer agencies

$ 17,000

Launching a youth peer-led anti-violence ambassador initiative

$ 20,000

Developing resources to improve equitable service intake processes

$ 19,500

Creating a youth-serving agency collaboration network platform

$ 18,500

Creating a culturally responsive youth violence prevention toolkit

$ 18,000

Training youth workers in trauma-informed violence prevention approaches

Eligibility

The applicant must be a non-profit agency.
The organization must propose a project aimed at improving its ability to deliver youth violence prevention programs.
The project must focus on enhancing staff development, strengthening collaboration between youth-serving agencies, or improving organizational processes and systems to ensure equitable access to early youth violence prevention services and programs.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit agencies delivering youth violence prevention programs
Community-based organizations focused on youth safety and well-being in Vancouver

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations located in Vancouver, British Columbia.

How to apply

Review the information package

Review the information package, which includes program focus areas, eligibility criteria, funding guidelines, eligible expenses, application process, and important dates

Download the budget template

Download the budget template from the program's website

Contact a planner by email

Email a planner at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca to discuss your project idea
Include "BSCP grants" in the email subject line

Prepare your application documents

Prepare your application according to the information package and using the budget template

Submit application via VanApply

Submit your application through VanApply

Additional information

Projects should focus on enhancing organizational capacity through staff development or improved collaboration among youth-serving agencies.
Applicants are encouraged to contact a program planner in advance to discuss their project ideas.
Applicants must use specific templates provided for budgeting as part of the application process.
Application submissions are completed through the VanApply online system.

Contacts

socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca

604-873-7005

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants. 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.