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Young Men and Media Collective Funding Opportunity
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Funding for projects addressing masculinity and youth engagement through media
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 305,000 $
- Minimum amount : 90,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 28, 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
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
This funding opportunity offers substantial financial support to organizations or individuals developing projects that address masculinity and young men's health. It enables experimental initiatives with innovative messaging tactics across digital platforms to shift perceptions and promote positive identities. The funding range varies by location and scope, with allocated resources facilitating content creation, outreach, and engagement activities aimed at young men aged 16-25.
Activities funded
- Development of innovative media messages aimed at young men
- Implementation of social media campaigns and digital outreach
- Partnership with digital influencers or content creators
- Testing and evaluating messaging tactics to shift masculinity narratives
- Engagement activities to increase inclusion and audience participation
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 150,000
Developing a social media campaign to reshape masculinity narratives for young men
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations engaged in media, communication, or youth outreach
- Content creators and influencers focusing on young audiences
- Non-profit organizations working on mental health and gender issues
Who is not eligible
- Entities outside the target geographic regions if restrictions apply
- Organizations involved in activities contrary to program goals
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects not targeting young men aged 16-25
- Activities unrelated to media or messaging strategies
- Expenses outside the approved scope of content development and outreach
- Activities involving prohibited content or harmful messages
Selection criteria
- Innovation and originality of messaging approach
- Potential impact on young men's perceptions of masculinity
- Feasibility of project plan and activities
- Alignment with program priorities and target audience
- Quality and diversity of media channels used
How to apply
Register online through the designated application portalComplete the online expression of interest form by the deadlinePrepare and upload supporting documents including project proposal and budgetReview application for accuracy and completenessSubmit the application via the portal before deadline
Processing and Agreement
- Application review period is from submission until notification of outcome in November 2025.
- Applicants are notified of Phase 1 results, with feedback provided on their proposals.
- Selected projects may require further clarification or additional documentation before approval.
- Funding agreements are finalized after successful review, outlining terms and conditions.
- Disbursement of funds is contingent upon signing the agreement and project milestones achievement.
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