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Community Partnerships Youth Grants
Funding for community youth mentoring projects
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to one-year funding for community-based mentoring projects for at-risk youth in Alberta. It supports mentoring activities for youth up to age 25, with a focus on youth in government care or at risk and projects backed by a community partner.
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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
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-year mentoring projects for at-risk youth in Alberta
- Mentoring projects for youth who are or have been in government care
- Community-based mentoring activities that provide positive mentoring opportunities
Documents Needed
- Letter of support from a partnering organization or community group
- Schedule A outlining activities, targets, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Schedule B project budget
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community-based service providers
- Registered organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not registered with Corporate Registries
- Organizations without the required general liability insurance
- Projects focused on early childhood development
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing operational costs beyond project parameters
- Major capital costs
- Purchase of capital assets
- Purchase of personal items or gifts
- Debt reduction
- Projects focused on early childhood development
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against program criteria and available funding.
- Funding decisions depend on the provider’s mentoring capacity, the number of applications, requested amounts, and the available budget.
- Not all eligible applications will be funded or receive the full amount requested.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Partnerships Youth Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Partnerships Youth 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 Partnerships Youth Grants?
This program provides up to one-year funding for community-based mentoring projects for at-risk youth in Alberta. It supports mentoring activities for youth up to age 25, with a focus on youth in government care or at risk and projects backed by a community partner.
Who is eligible for the Community Partnerships Youth Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Partnerships Youth Grants program, you must:
Registered organization
General liability insurance required
Youth mentoring project with community support
What expenses are eligible under Community Partnerships Youth Grants?
One-year mentoring projects for at-risk youth in Alberta
Mentoring projects for youth who are or have been in government care
Community-based mentoring activities that provide positive mentoring opportunities
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Partnerships Youth Grants?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs.
Where is the Community Partnerships Youth Grants available?
The Community Partnerships Youth Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Partnerships Youth Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Partnerships Youth Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Partnerships Youth Grants?
Community Partnerships Youth Grants is funded by Alberta Municipal Affairs