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CFKA — Youth Investment Fund
Youth-focused community initiative funding
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
November 15, 2026
Opened September 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Youth Investment Fund supports not-for-profit organizations, school boards, and partnered youth or adult allies in Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington with $25,000 in 2026 for youth priorities. It funds community-based programs and initiatives related to mental health, youth leadership, education and career access, transportation, community safety, housing, and access to care.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- School boards.
- Youth or adult allies partnered with a not-for-profit organization.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Profit-generating projects or activities.
- Sectarian, religious, or political purposes and activities.
- Annual fund drives or projects to replace fundraising deficits.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington.
Selection criteria
- Proposals that align best with the Nine Investment Themes are selected to continue.
How to apply
- Read the Applicant Guide.
- Complete the online application.
Processing and Agreement
- The Youth Advisory Circle reviews all applications after the deadline.
- Up to 8 proposals that align best with the Nine Investment Themes are selected to continue.
- Selected applicants are invited to the Pitch Party.
- After the Pitch Party, the Youth Advisory Circle decides which applicants will receive funding.
- Applicants are notified of the results of their application.
Additional information
- The fund is part of the Unnamed Youth Project and is led by Kingston Community Health Centre with partners Youth Diversion and Southeast Public Health.
- A Youth Advisory Circle guides the fund and helps make decisions on youth priorities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund Program
What is the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund?
The Youth Investment Fund supports not-for-profit organizations, school boards, and partnered youth or adult allies in Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington with $25,000 in 2026 for youth priorities. It funds community-based programs and initiatives related to mental health, youth leadership, education and career access, transportation, community safety, housing, and access to care.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is November 15, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund program?
To be eligible for the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be a not-for-profit organization or a school board.
Youth or adult allies must be partnered with a not-for-profit organization.
The project must support communities in the KFL&A geographical catchment area.
Who can I contact for more information about the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund?
You can contact Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA) by email at grants@cfka.org or by phone at 613.546.9696, ext 105.
Where is the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund available?
The CFKA — Youth Investment Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CFKA — Youth Investment Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CFKA — Youth Investment Fund?
CFKA — Youth Investment Fund is funded by Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA)