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Sprout Ideas Fellowship
Youth fellowship for community project support
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The Sprout Fellowship FAQs and participation details now show updated cohort-based eligibility, expanded project rules, and matching donations up to the first $1,000 raised.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The Sprout Fellowship FAQs and participation details now show updated cohort-based eligibility, expanded project rules, and matching donations up to the first $1,000 raised.
Sprout Fellowship eligibility and funding updated
The Frequently Asked Questions and participation requirements were revised to describe the Fellowship in cohort-based terms instead of the earlier dated 2023-2024 schedule, while keeping the core youth age band of 15 to 30 and the Canada Service Corps microgrant connection. The FAQ now also adds clearer project rules, including volunteer-led projects, the ability to launch a new project or work within another organization, and eligibility for #RisingYouth lead applicants or Canada Service Corps alumni team members. Funding details were also updated: the earlier $3,000 grant language was replaced by a Seed Grant of up to $5,000 in the program overview, and the FAQ now says TakingITGlobal provides matching donations for up to the first $1,000 independently fundraised through the platform. The contact page and report links were also refreshed, including a new 2025 Fellowship Report alongside the 2024 report.
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Sprout Ideas Fellowship is a 10-month program for Canada Service Corps microgrant recipients and alumni in Canada, supporting community service projects with a seed grant of up to $5,000. It includes training, mentorship, peer learning, and project implementation support for volunteer-led initiatives.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementing volunteer-led community service projects.
- Incubating a new project.
- Scaling community service projects.
Documents Needed
- Final budget
- Fundraising page
- Final report
- Feedback survey
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth aged 15 to 30.
- Canada Service Corps youth microgrant recipients.
- People who received a #RisingYouth microgrant as the lead applicant of the project.
- Canada Service Corps alumni who were involved as team members in co-designing, incubating and/or launching a project supported by the #RisingYouth community grants program.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Applicants are notified by email after review.
- Approved participants receive access to the fellowship learning component.
- Funding is tied to completion of the required learning modules and submissions.
Additional information
- The fellowship includes training, mentorship, and peer learning support.
- Participants may access additional funding from partners and donors.
- A final report and feedback survey are required.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sprout Ideas Fellowship Program
What is the Sprout Ideas Fellowship?
The Sprout Ideas Fellowship is a 10-month program for Canada Service Corps microgrant recipients and alumni in Canada, supporting community service projects with a seed grant of up to $5,000. It includes training, mentorship, peer learning, and project implementation support for volunteer-led initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Sprout Ideas Fellowship Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Sprout Ideas Fellowship program?
To be eligible for the Sprout Ideas Fellowship program, you must:
Ages 15 to 30.
Canada Service Corps microgrant recipient.
Project benefits communities in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under Sprout Ideas Fellowship?
Implementing volunteer-led community service projects.
Incubating a new project.
Scaling community service projects.
Where is the Sprout Ideas Fellowship available?
The Sprout Ideas Fellowship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sprout Ideas Fellowship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sprout Ideas Fellowship is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Sprout Ideas Fellowship?
Sprout Ideas Fellowship is funded by Sprout Ideas