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Community Investment Grants
Funding for child and youth mental health initiatives
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supports child and youth mental health programs and projects for ages birth to 29 years. It funds initiatives that strengthen resilience, communication, emotional regulation, belonging, and cultural connectedness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Child and youth mental health programming.
- Programs that build resilience, communication, and emotional regulation skills.
- Initiatives that strengthen cultural connectedness, belonging, and positive relationships.
- Training and resources for caregivers.
Documents Needed
- Application form (if available)
- Organizational registration documents
- Project description and objectives
- Detailed budget plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable agencies.
- First Nations organizations.
- Indigenous organizations, including Métis and Inuit organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Program development and delivery costs
- Training and resource materials
- Community engagement activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Central Vancouver Island Region.
- North Vancouver Island Region.
- Mount Waddington.
- Strathcona.
- Comox Valley.
- Nanaimo.
- Alberni Clayoquot.
- Cowichan.
- qathet.
Additional information
- Priority is based on local service delivery, capacity, scope, and overall impact.
- The program welcomes innovative ideas that support child and youth mental health.
- The current call is for 2024-25.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Investment Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Investment 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 Community Investment Grants?
This program supports child and youth mental health programs and projects for ages birth to 29 years. It funds initiatives that strengthen resilience, communication, emotional regulation, belonging, and cultural connectedness.
Who is eligible for the Community Investment Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Investment Grants program, you must:
Charitable agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations.
Child and youth mental health projects.
Programs for ages birth to 29.
What expenses are eligible under Community Investment Grants?
Child and youth mental health programming.
Programs that build resilience, communication, and emotional regulation skills.
Initiatives that strengthen cultural connectedness, belonging, and positive relationships.
Training and resources for caregivers.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Investment Grants?
You can contact United Way British Columbia (UWBC).
Where is the Community Investment Grants available?
The Community Investment Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Community Investment Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Investment Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Investment Grants?
Community Investment Grants is funded by United Way British Columbia (UWBC)