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Future Foundation of Youth (FFY)
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Supports youth-led community-impact projects with mentorship
Other Support
Grant and Funding
Overview
Provides micro-grants of up to $2,800 to help youth aged 15–29 design and lead community-impact projects. Supported activities align with themes such as Environment, STEM, Arts, Mental Health, Social Justice, School Clubs, Sports & Fitness, Newcomer Support, and Youth opportunities.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,800 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Calgary
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- Youth (<40)
Activities funded
- Youth-led community-impact projects focused on themes such as Environment, STEM, Arts, Mental Health, Social Justice
- School club initiatives
- Sports and fitness community projects
- Newcomer support initiatives
- Projects creating youth opportunities
Documents Needed
- FFY Applicant Handbook review (required before applying)
Eligibility
- Applicant is an individual youth aged 15–29
- Project is youth-led and community-focused
- Project aligns with at least one FFY theme (e.g., Environment, STEM, Arts, Mental Health, Social Justice)
Who is eligible?
- Individual youth (ages 15–29), especially newcomers and youth from diverse backgrounds
Who is not eligible
- Organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary (Alberta)
How to apply
- Step 1: Review handbook
- Read the FFY Applicant Handbook before completing the application.
- Step 2: Complete online registration form
- Submit the FFY Registration Form (Microsoft Forms).
Additional information
- Applicants must review the FFY Applicant Handbook before completing the application.
- Program includes non-financial supports such as mentorship, project-planning support, and leadership workshops.
- Participants may access resources like meeting spaces, laptops, and art supplies.
