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FES — Youth Climate Funding
Flexible youth climate funding for long-term impact
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 30,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The program provides flexible funding of up to $30,000 per 12-month period to support youth-led climate action. It funds long-term organizational support, mobilization, community-building, trainings, and other climate-focused activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Climate crisis response projects and initiatives.
- Organizational and operational strengthening.
- Activities to expand future funding opportunities.
- Strategy, planning, and mission refinement work.
- Advocacy, mobilization, community building, trainings, and workshops.
Documents Needed
- Budget
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth-led organizations, projects, or groups.
- Applicants aged 30 and under at the time of applying; Indigenous youth aged 35 and under at the time of applying, including youth who are Indigenous to Turtle Island, non-status, urban, reconnecting, or connected to their communities in non-formal ways.
- Applicants with Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, refugee status, or a visa.
- Grassroots organizations or applicants conducting not-for-profit activities.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses or activities
- Groups connected to political parties or partisan work
- Organizations promoting discrimination, violence, or human rights violations
- Groups with unsustainable practices or no adequate climate plan
- Groups with a history of tokenizing youth or disrespecting youth voices
Eligible expenses
- Operational funding for youth-led climate work
- Flexible support for project delivery and organizational growth
- Support for services and resources linked to the initiative
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- For-profit activities
- Projects unrelated to reducing climate crisis impacts
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Youth-led, equity-centred climate work is prioritized, with priority given to entirely youth-led organizations or projects.
- Applications are assessed on alignment with the program’s funding areas.
- Applications are reviewed in multiple assessment phases.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review eligibility guidelines
- Check the program requirements before applying.
- Step 2: Review helpful materials
- Consult the principles, budget template, resources, and applicant workbook.
- Step 3: Optional coaching support
- Request coaching to clarify questions and strengthen the application.
- Step 4: Submit your application
- Complete the online form and submit your written application in English, French, or both.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by FES staff assessors.
- Some programs include advisory assessments involving youth climate leaders.
- Applicants are notified by email once a decision is made.
- Successful applicants review contracts, disbursement timelines, and expectations before funding.
- Reporting templates are provided for final reporting.
Additional information
- Applicants may request coaching support before submission.
- Applications can be submitted in English, French, or a mix of both.
- Successful applicants receive a 6- or 12-month contract.
- Unsuccessful first-time applicants may receive a one-time $25 stipend for the application effort.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the FES — Youth Climate Funding Program
What is the FES — Youth Climate Funding?
The program provides flexible funding of up to $30,000 per 12-month period to support youth-led climate action. It funds long-term organizational support, mobilization, community-building, trainings, and other climate-focused activities.
How much funding can be received?
FES — Youth Climate Funding Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the FES — Youth Climate Funding program?
To be eligible for the FES — Youth Climate Funding program, you must:
Youth-led applicants aged 30 and under, or Indigenous youth aged 35 and under.
Applicants must have Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, refugee status, or a visa.
Projects must reduce climate-crisis impacts in Canada and be grassroots or not-for-profit, with an annual operating budget of no more than $300,000 CAD.
What expenses are eligible under FES — Youth Climate Funding?
Climate crisis response projects and initiatives.
Organizational and operational strengthening.
Activities to expand future funding opportunities.
Strategy, planning, and mission refinement work.
Advocacy, mobilization, community building, trainings, and workshops.
Who can I contact for more information about the FES — Youth Climate Funding?
You can contact FES – Finance Engage Sustain (FES) by email at grants@fesplanet.org.
Where is the FES — Youth Climate Funding available?
The FES — Youth Climate Funding program is available across Canada.
Is the FES — Youth Climate Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FES — Youth Climate Funding is a Grant and Funding