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Friends & Loved Ones
Supports travel and connection for Toronto youth
Last Update: May 17, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps cover travel and related visit costs so Toronto youth in extended care can connect with loved ones. It supports holiday travel and bonding visits with family, former foster parents, or close friends.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
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
- Young adults
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Travel to visit family, former foster parents, or close friends.
- Holiday and bonding visits with loved ones.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth aged 16 and older.
- Youth involved with the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto.
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs for visiting loved ones.
- Incidental expenses linked to the visit.
Eligible geographic areas
- Toronto, Ontario.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Friends & Loved Ones Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Friends & Loved Ones. 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 Friends & Loved Ones?
This program helps cover travel and related visit costs so Toronto youth in extended care can connect with loved ones. It supports holiday travel and bonding visits with family, former foster parents, or close friends.
Who is eligible for the Friends & Loved Ones program?
To be eligible for the Friends & Loved Ones program, you must:
For youth aged 16+
Involved with CCAS Toronto
For visits with loved ones
What expenses are eligible under Friends & Loved Ones?
Travel to visit family, former foster parents, or close friends.
Holiday and bonding visits with loved ones.
Who can I contact for more information about the Friends & Loved Ones?
You can contact Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Friends & Loved Ones available?
The Friends & Loved Ones program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Friends & Loved Ones a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Friends & Loved Ones is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Friends & Loved Ones?
Friends & Loved Ones is funded by Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF)