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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 9, 2025
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program supports youth-led community projects that advance recognition, justice, and development for Black communities in Canada. Funding supports new projects or significant improvements to existing initiatives, with a maximum of more than $150,000 distributed in community project grants and more than $25,000 in travel support in the first cohort.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 9, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching new community-based projects
- Scaling existing youth-led initiatives
- Projects that promote recognition, justice, and development in Black communities
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Endorsement letter from a community organization or mentor
- Parental/guardian waiver for applicants under 18
- Project reports, if funded
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth of African descent
- Individuals or groups
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Applicants aged 16 to 30
Who is not eligible
- Previous recipients of the program
- Applicants who do not identify as Black youth
- Applications submitted by a group without an eligible representative
Eligible expenses
- Project-related personal expenses
- Project-related travel expenses
- Community project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal expenses and travel not directly related to the project
- Applications submitted outside the online form
- Incomplete applications
- Second-round applications from previous recipients
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the online form.
- Approved projects are selected by a pan-Canadian group of youth leaders.
- Applicants receive an email with the funding decision.
- Funding is released after the Grant Acceptance Agreement is signed.
- Funded projects require mid-term and final reports.
Additional information
- Applicants may submit only one project.
- Former recipients are not eligible for another round of funding.
- Projects must be based in Canada.
- Applicants under 18 must complete a waiver form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Power of Youth Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Power of Youth. 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 Power of Youth?
This program supports youth-led community projects that advance recognition, justice, and development for Black communities in Canada. Funding supports new projects or significant improvements to existing initiatives, with a maximum of more than $150,000 distributed in community project grants and more than $25,000 in travel support in the first cohort.
Who is eligible for the Power of Youth program?
To be eligible for the Power of Youth program, you must:
Black youth aged 16 to 30
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Project based in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Power of Youth?
Launching new community-based projects
Scaling existing youth-led initiatives
Projects that promote recognition, justice, and development in Black communities
Who can I contact for more information about the Power of Youth?
You can contact Michaëlle Jean Foundation (FMJF) by email at benazir@fmjf.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Power of Youth available?
The Power of Youth program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Who are the financial supporters of the Power of Youth?
Power of Youth is funded by Michaëlle Jean Foundation (FMJF)