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Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants
Funding for youth-led safety projects in Vancouver
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 4, 2024
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $10,000 for one-year projects supporting youth engagement in Vancouver. It funds youth-led initiatives that build social-emotional skills and help prevent or reduce the effects of youth violence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 4, 2024
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
- 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
- Youth-led projects that build social-emotional skills.
- Peer-to-peer initiatives that strengthen protective factors against youth violence.
- Projects aimed at increasing safety and belonging among Vancouver youth.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit societies
- Community service organizations
- Co-operatives
- Social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit
- Registered charities
- First Nations Bands
Eligible geographic areas
- Vancouver
Selection criteria
- Youth-led approach.
- Peer-to-peer project implementation.
- Focus on protective factors that reduce youth violence victimization or perpetration.
Additional information
- Applicants may use a fiscal sponsor if they do not meet the registration requirement.
- The program supports youth-led projects.
- Projects should use a peer-to-peer approach.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants Program
What is the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants?
This program offers up to $10,000 for one-year projects supporting youth engagement in Vancouver. It funds youth-led initiatives that build social-emotional skills and help prevent or reduce the effects of youth violence.
How much funding can be received?
Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants program?
To be eligible for the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants program, you must:
Registered nonprofit, charity, or First Nations Band
Good standing with the relevant authority
Fiscal sponsor allowed for unregistered groups
What expenses are eligible under Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants?
Youth-led projects that build social-emotional skills.
Peer-to-peer initiatives that strengthen protective factors against youth violence.
Projects aimed at increasing safety and belonging among Vancouver youth.
Where is the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants available?
The Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants?
Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants is funded by City of Vancouver