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Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants
Capacity building for youth violence prevention
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $20,000 for one-year capacity-building projects that support youth violence prevention. The program funds staff development, stronger collaboration between youth-serving agencies, and process or systems improvements that help improve access to early prevention services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
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
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capacity-building projects that strengthen youth violence prevention services.
- Staff development for organizations working with youth.
- Improving collaboration between youth-serving agencies.
- Improving processes and systems to support equitable access to early prevention services.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit societies
- Community service organizations
- Co-operatives
- Non-profit-owned social enterprises
- Registered charities
- First Nations Bands
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered as an eligible non-profit society, charity, or First Nations Band
Eligible geographic areas
- Vancouver
Additional information
- Applicants may use a fiscal sponsor if they are not an eligible registered organization.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building Safer Communities Program - 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.
What is the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants?
Provides up to $20,000 for one-year capacity-building projects that support youth violence prevention. The program funds staff development, stronger collaboration between youth-serving agencies, and process or systems improvements that help improve access to early prevention services.
How much funding can be received?
Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program?
To be eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program, you must:
Registered eligible organization
Project aligned with Vancouver strategy
Youth violence prevention focus
What expenses are eligible under Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants?
Capacity-building projects that strengthen youth violence prevention services.
Staff development for organizations working with youth.
Improving collaboration between youth-serving agencies.
Improving processes and systems to support equitable access to early prevention services.
Where is the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants available?
The Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants?
Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants is funded by City of Vancouver