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Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants
Supports youth-led safety and belonging initiatives
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 4, 2024
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Funding provides up to $10,000 for a one-year youth-led project. It supports peer-to-peer initiatives that build social-emotional skills and enhance protective factors to prevent or mitigate youth violence among Vancouver youth.
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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 increase a sense of safety and belonging among Vancouver youth.
- Peer-to-peer initiatives that build social-emotional skills to prevent or mitigate the effects of youth violence.
- Projects focused on strengthening protective factors that reduce the likelihood of youth violence victimization or perpetration.
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 (projects focused on Vancouver youth)
Additional information
- Projects use a peer-to-peer approach for implementation.
- Organizations that are not registered may apply through an eligible fiscal sponsor.
- The listed general deadline was October 4, 2024 (passed).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement 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 - Youth Engagement Project Grants?
Funding provides up to $10,000 for a one-year youth-led project. It supports peer-to-peer initiatives that build social-emotional skills and enhance protective factors to prevent or mitigate youth violence among Vancouver youth.
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:
Eligible non-profit/charity/First Nations Band
Youth-led, peer-to-peer project
Focus on safety, belonging, youth violence prevention
What expenses are eligible under Building Safer Communities Program - Youth Engagement Project Grants?
Youth-led projects that increase a sense of safety and belonging among Vancouver youth.
Peer-to-peer initiatives that build social-emotional skills to prevent or mitigate the effects of youth violence.
Projects focused on strengthening protective factors that reduce the likelihood of youth violence victimization or perpetration.
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
