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The Baz Foundation

Q: Who is eligible for the The Baz Foundation program?

To be eligible for the The Baz Foundation program, you must: Registered Canadian charity Youth-related program or idea Aligned with education or mental health

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the The Baz Foundation?

You can contact The Marlin Spring Foundation.

Q: Where is the The Baz Foundation available?

The The Baz Foundation program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the The Baz Foundation a grant, loan, or tax credit?

The Baz Foundation is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the The Baz Foundation?

The Baz Foundation is funded by The Marlin Spring Foundation

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Funding for youth education and mental health programs

Grant and Funding

The Marlin Spring Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This program offers funding (maximum amount not specified) to registered Canadian charities. It supports youth-focused initiatives in education and mental health, including stigma reduction programs and youth education platforms.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance

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

Primary and Secondary Education
Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

National

Activities funded

Youth-focused education initiatives, including youth education platforms.
Programs designed to eliminate stigma around mental health in Canada.
Youth-related programs or ideas aligned with education, mental health, or youth priorities.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 48,000

Peer-led anti-stigma mental health workshops and youth support toolkit

$ 52,000

Build an online youth learning platform with stress-reduction modules

Eligibility

The applicant must be a registered Canadian charity.
The program or idea must be related to youth.
The initiative must align with at least one of the Foundation’s focus areas: education, mental health, and youth.

Who is eligible?

Registered Canadian charities
Charitable organizations delivering youth-focused education initiatives
Charitable organizations delivering youth mental health and stigma-reduction programs

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not registered Canadian charities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Processing and Agreement

Funding decisions are made bi-annually.
Each applicant receives a response from the Foundation.

Additional information

The Foundation responds to each applicant.
The Foundation makes decisions on its commitments bi-annually.
The program may involve a partnership with the Foundation.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Baz Foundation Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Baz Foundation. 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.