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Get Lit – Words Ignite

Support for youth literacy and creativity
Last Update: May 6, 2026
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Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada

Overview

This program offers a $50,000 grant to support literacy, wellness, creativity, and workforce development for young people. It funds spoken word poetry and media-based initiatives aligned with that mission.
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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 : 50,000 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Canada
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
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Spoken word poetry initiatives.
  • Media-based programs for young people.
  • Projects supporting literacy, wellness, creativity, and workforce development.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Get Lit – Words Ignite Program

What is the Get Lit – Words Ignite?

This program offers a $50,000 grant to support literacy, wellness, creativity, and workforce development for young people. It funds spoken word poetry and media-based initiatives aligned with that mission.

How much funding can be received?

Get Lit – Words Ignite Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

What expenses are eligible under Get Lit – Words Ignite?

Spoken word poetry initiatives. Media-based programs for young people. Projects supporting literacy, wellness, creativity, and workforce development.

Who can I contact for more information about the Get Lit – Words Ignite?

You can contact Genesis Inspiration Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.

Where is the Get Lit – Words Ignite available?

The Get Lit – Words Ignite program is available across Canada.

Is the Get Lit – Words Ignite a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Get Lit – Words Ignite is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Get Lit – Words Ignite?

Get Lit – Words Ignite is funded by Genesis Inspiration Foundation