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Identify 'N Impact Grant Program

Q: Who is eligible for the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program program, you must: Open to youth-led groups in Toronto involved in community safety and youth engagement

Q: Where is the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program available?

The Identify 'N Impact Grant Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Identify 'N Impact Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program?

Identify 'N Impact Grant Program is funded by City of Toronto

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports youth-led projects in Toronto to promote community safety and engagement

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Overview

This funding aims to foster youth leadership, address social vulnerabilities, and create youth-friendly spaces through grassroots movements. Applications are open to emerging, grassroots youth groups that are non-profit and based in Toronto, with a focus on projects that work towards social cohesion, violence prevention, and skills development, aligning with the priorities of community safety, mental health, and educational access.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : August 12, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

3 employees minimum

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts
Sports
Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Implementing community safety programs
Organizing arts, sports, and cultural activities
Hosting mental health and wellbeing initiatives
Creating youth-friendly spaces for civic engagement

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Establishing a community arts program to foster youth engagement and creativity

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Youth-led groups in Toronto
Grassroots community organizations
Non-profit organizations focused on youth and community issues

Who is not eligible

Organizations not based in Toronto
Companies or groups without youth leadership

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Toronto

Selection criteria

Innovation and community relevance of the project
Ability to engage vulnerable youth and Indigenous, Black, and LGBTQ+ communities
Feasibility, sustainability, and clear objectives
Impact on community safety and youth development

How to apply

Create an account on the funding portalPrepare the project proposal including objectives and activitiesGather supporting documents such as project plan and budgetUpload application and submit before the deadlineAwait confirmation and further instructions

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Identify 'N Impact Grant Program. 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 Identify 'N Impact Grant Program?

The program provides financial aid of up to $17,000 for youth-led initiatives in Toronto that promote community safety, mental health, arts, sports, and civic engagement. It emphasizes projects supporting vulnerable youth, particularly Indigenous, Black, and LGBTQ+ communities, and encourages innovation in community involvement. This funding aims to foster youth leadership, address social vulnerabilities, and create youth-friendly spaces through grassroots movements. Applications are open to emerging, grassroots youth groups that are non-profit and based in Toronto, with a focus on projects that work towards social cohesion, violence prevention, and skills development, aligning with the priorities of community safety, mental health, and educational access.