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Youth and the Environment
Supports youth-led environmental initiatives
Funding available
$ 2,700,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Youth and the Environment supports youth-led environmental initiatives across Canada to strengthen healthy development, leadership, and creativity in an environmental context. It focuses on nature connection, environmental education, clean energy policy, outdoor learning, and culturally relevant programming.
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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 : 2,700,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- 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
- Youth-led environmental initiatives.
- Projects that connect young people with nature.
- Environmental education, clean energy policy, and outdoor learning initiatives.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young people and youth-led environmental initiatives.
How to apply
- Read the Strategic Direction.
- Submit innovative ideas for potential funding support via the Ideas Portal.
Additional information
- The Foundation invites innovative ideas through its Ideas Portal.
- Applicants are encouraged to read the Strategic Direction before submitting ideas.
- The Youth & The Environment impact area includes youth-led environmental initiatives across Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth and the Environment Program
What is the Youth and the Environment?
Youth and the Environment supports youth-led environmental initiatives across Canada to strengthen healthy development, leadership, and creativity in an environmental context. It focuses on nature connection, environmental education, clean energy policy, outdoor learning, and culturally relevant programming.
How much funding can be received?
Youth and the Environment Funds up to $2,700,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Youth and the Environment program?
To be eligible for the Youth and the Environment program, you must:
The work should be closely aligned with the Lawson Foundation Strategic Direction.
The applicant should have innovative ideas for potential funding support.
What expenses are eligible under Youth and the Environment?
Youth-led environmental initiatives.
Projects that connect young people with nature.
Environmental education, clean energy policy, and outdoor learning initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Youth and the Environment?
You can contact The Lawson Foundation (BJLFF) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Youth and the Environment available?
The Youth and the Environment program is available across Canada.
Is the Youth and the Environment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Youth and the Environment is a Grant and Funding