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Foundation Prizes

Q: How much funding can be received?

Foundation Prizes Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Foundation Prizes program?

To be eligible for the Foundation Prizes program, you must: Eligible school or CRA-registered charity Project supports youth educational success Project in AB, NB, ON, or QC

Q: Where is the Foundation Prizes available?

The Foundation Prizes program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Foundation Prizes a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Foundation Prizes is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Foundation Prizes?

Foundation Prizes is funded by Desjardins Foundation

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Supports youth-focused educational success initiatives

Grant and Funding

Desjardins Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

Provides up to $3,000 to support education-focused youth initiatives. It funds projects that improve motivation, well-being, safety, and other decisive factors for student success.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 3,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : October 31, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Primary and Secondary Education
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Initiatives that improve youth motivation or engagement in education
Projects that strengthen youth self-esteem
Activities that promote positive peer association
Initiatives supporting healthy lifestyles, safety, or physical and mental well-being
Other initiatives addressing decisive factors that help youth pursue their education

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,985

After-school club building student resilience through mindfulness and peer support

$ 3,000

Cycling safety program promoting healthy commuting and student belonging

Eligibility

The initiative must support young people in their education and success at school.
The initiative must contribute to at least one factor such as motivation, self-esteem, positive peer association, healthy lifestyles, safety, or physical or mental well-being.
The project must be carried out in Alberta, New Brunswick, Ontario, or Quebec.
The applicant must be an eligible school or a CRA-registered charity located in an eligible province.

Who is eligible?

Public preschools, elementary schools, and secondary schools recognized by the relevant provincial education authority (in eligible provinces)
Private preschools, elementary schools, and secondary schools recognized by the relevant provincial education authority (in eligible provinces)
Canada Revenue Agency registered charities located in Alberta, New Brunswick, Ontario, or Quebec that help youth stay in school and succeed academically

Eligible geographic areas

Alberta
New Brunswick
Ontario
Quebec

Processing and Agreement

Selected recipients are announced the week of December 1.

Additional information

Winners are announced the week of December 1.
Annual deadline: October 31, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Foundation Prizes Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Foundation Prizes. 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.