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Children and Youth Program Grants
Funding for youth-focused community projects
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 18, 2026Latest change: The Children and Youth Program Grants page now shows a January 15 to February 12 intake window, grants of up to $25,000, and revised applicant eligibility and exclusions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 18, 2026
Latest change: The Children and Youth Program Grants page now shows a January 15 to February 12 intake window, grants of up to $25,000, and revised applicant eligibility and exclusions.
Children and Youth Grant rules updated
The Children and Youth Program Grants page now shows an intake window of January 15 to February 12, with a noon deadline on the final day, and decision timing in May. It also now states grants of up to $25,000. Applicant rules were revised to focus on youth-serving organizations or established youth programs serving children and youth facing systemic barriers, and the page now adds or updates exclusions for past grantees, multi-year recipients, schools, family programs, and collaborative applications. Contact and help links were also reorganized, with FAQ and contact-page references replacing the previous direct grants-team email notice.
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program offers grants of up to $25,000 to support youth-serving organizations and established youth programs. It funds projects that benefit children and youth facing systemic barriers, including BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, economically disadvantaged, and disabled or chronically ill youth.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Winnipeg
- Manitoba
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
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Programs that promote skill-building
- Inclusive recreational or cultural programs
- Transportation and fee support
- Creation of safe and welcoming spaces
Documents Needed
- Project budget
- Your organization’s safety policies and guidelines for youth program(s), if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth-serving organizations
- Established youth programs
Eligible geographic areas
- Winnipeg
Selection criteria
- Benefit to children and youth facing systemic barriers.
- Relevance to youth-serving needs in Winnipeg.
- Ability of the project to benefit Winnipeg, including projects outside the city.
How to apply
- Log in to the grant portal on or after January 16, 2026.
- Review and update your organizational contacts.
- Answer the application questions.
- Submit your application by Friday February 13, 2026, at 12:00 noon (CST).
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants can expect a turnaround in May.
Additional information
- The maximum grant amount is $25,000.
- Applications are intended for youth-serving organizations and established youth programs.
- Projects outside Winnipeg must also benefit the people of Winnipeg.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Children and Youth Program Grants Program
What is the Children and Youth Program Grants?
This program offers grants of up to $25,000 to support youth-serving organizations and established youth programs. It funds projects that benefit children and youth facing systemic barriers, including BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, economically disadvantaged, and disabled or chronically ill youth.
How much funding can be received?
Children and Youth Program Grants Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Children and Youth Program Grants program?
To be eligible for the Children and Youth Program Grants program, you must:
Youth-serving organization or established youth program
Project benefits children and youth facing barriers
Primary benefit for Winnipeg
What expenses are eligible under Children and Youth Program Grants?
Programs that promote skill-building
Inclusive recreational or cultural programs
Transportation and fee support
Creation of safe and welcoming spaces
Who can I contact for more information about the Children and Youth Program Grants?
You can contact The Winnipeg Foundation by email at grants@wpgfdn.org or by phone at (204) 944-9474.
Where is the Children and Youth Program Grants available?
The Children and Youth Program Grants program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Children and Youth Program Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Children and Youth Program Grants is a Grant and Funding