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Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award
Funding for Canadian school family studies projects
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $5,000 per year to support home economics and family studies initiatives for Canadian youth. It funds student-benefiting projects such as classroom activities, field trips, supplies, and related support.
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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 : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Home economics and family studies projects in Canadian schools
- Activities that develop life skills in youth
- School-based initiatives supporting students with limited resources
- Classroom projects linked to community or volunteer initiatives
Documents Needed
- General Grant Application Form
- Project report
- Original receipts
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian primary school educators
- Canadian elementary school educators
- Canadian secondary school educators
- Home economics, human ecology, or family studies teachers
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not home economists, human ecologists, or family studies teachers
- Projects that do not directly benefit students
- Projects intended for ongoing needs and costs
Eligible expenses
- School breakfast or snack program needs assessments or evaluations
- Materials for student projects, including fabric
- Child care support for students studying for exams
- Field trip admission and transportation costs
- Classroom project costs for community or volunteer initiatives
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing needs and costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed twice yearly.
- Applicants are notified if their application is denied.
- The applicant’s school district is informed when funds are granted.
- Funds are preferably paid to the school for applicant access.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed twice yearly.
- Deadlines are November 15 and May 1.
- Reasons for denial are provided.
- The applicant’s school district is notified when funds are granted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award. 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 Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award?
This program provides up to $5,000 per year to support home economics and family studies initiatives for Canadian youth. It funds student-benefiting projects such as classroom activities, field trips, supplies, and related support.
How much funding can be received?
Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award program?
To be eligible for the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award program, you must:
Home economics or family studies teacher
Student-benefiting project
Community benefit for large grants
What expenses are eligible under Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award?
Home economics and family studies projects in Canadian schools
Activities that develop life skills in youth
School-based initiatives supporting students with limited resources
Classroom projects linked to community or volunteer initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award?
You can contact Hartland Charitable Trust by email at grants@chef-fcef.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award available?
The Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award program is available across Canada.
Is the Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Resource for Youth (Patricia J. Hames) Award is a Grant and Funding