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RFP: Being

Q: How much funding can be received?

RFP: Being Funds up to 1500000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the RFP: Being a grant, loan, or tax credit?

RFP: Being is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the RFP: Being?

RFP: Being is funded by Grand Challenges Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the RFP: Being program?

To be eligible for the RFP: Being program, you must: Legally registered in target countries, focus on youth mental health, youth-led organizations preferred.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the RFP: Being?

You can contact Grand Challenges Canada.

Q: Where is the RFP: Being available?

The RFP: Being program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Funding to develop and scale youth mental health and wellbeing projects.

Grant and Funding

Grand Challenges Canada

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Research and experimental development

Conduct research

Integrate new technologies

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : June 24, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

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

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

Being offers grants to support innovative and scalable solutions that promote mental health among underserved youth in 12 priority countries. The program supports projects from initial proof of concept to broader implementation over a two-year period, with funding up to 1.5 million CAD for mature initiatives.

Activities funded

Developing innovative mental health prevention and promotion programs.
Pilot testing new approaches for early intervention among youth.
Implementing community-based mental health initiatives.
Training for organizations and youth leaders on mental health promotion.
Scaling proven solutions to wider populations within target countries.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 500,000

Developing a mental health app targeting youth to promote well-being and early support.

Documents Needed

Application form, project proposal, budget plan, organizational registration documents, proof of legal status.

Eligibility

Legally incorporated organizations in the specified countries, focus on mental health prevention and promotion, youth-led entities preferred.

Who is eligible?

Legally incorporated organizations based in the 12 priority countries.
Youth-led organizations focused on mental health promotion.
Non-profit organizations dedicated to youth wellbeing.

Who is not eligible

Organizations without legal registration in the target countries.
Commercial companies not focused on social impact.
Those involved in activities outside of mental health promotion.

Eligible expenses

Project development costs, personnel, training, outreach activities, program materials.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Expenses unrelated to project activities or outcomes.
Personal expenses not directly linked to project execution.
Activities outside the specified target countries.
Commercial activities that do not contribute to mental health promotion.
Costs incurred before grant approval or after project completion.

Eligible geographic areas

Colombia
Ecuador
Ghana
India
Indonesia
Morocco
Pakistan
Romania
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Tanzania
Vietnam

Selection criteria

Innovation and originality of the proposed approach.
Potential for impact on youth mental health.
Feasibility and clarity of implementation plan.
Alignment with program priorities and strategic goals.
Potential for scalability and sustainability.

How to apply

Register on the funding portal and create an account.Prepare a detailed project proposal aligned with funding priorities.Submit all required documents via the application portal.Review confirmation and await evaluation process.Respond to any additional requests or clarifications from the funder.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
Applicants will receive notification of the funding decision after assessment.
Approved projects will enter into a funding agreement outlining terms and conditions.
Disbursements are made according to project milestones and approval of progress reports.
Ongoing monitoring and reporting are required throughout the project duration.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to develop innovative ideas that address early drivers of mental health among underserved youth. Preference is given to youth-led organizations based in the specified countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the RFP: Being Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the RFP: Being. 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.