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Youth Education Grants Program
Supports youth financial literacy education initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports organizations that improve financial literacy for young Canadians through innovative programs, mentorship, learning tools, and resources. Information on the maximum funding amount was not provided.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovative programs that improve financial literacy for young Canadians.
- Mentorship initiatives for youth financial education.
- Development or delivery of learning tools for youth.
- Creation or distribution of educational resources related to financial literacy.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations
- Organizations delivering youth financial literacy initiatives
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the foundation’s mission and vision.
- Fit with the program’s selection criteria.
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm project fit
- Review the foundation’s mission and vision to ensure your program or idea matches its objectives.
- Step 2: Submit an initial request
- Contact the program by email.
- Provide the requested information through the linked form.
- Step 3: Submit a full proposal if invited
- Wait for the eligibility review of your initial request.
- Submit a complete proposal if the organization confirms your program is eligible.
- Step 4: Respond during review
- Provide additional information if requested by the committee.
- Await the outcome of the committee review.
- Step 5: Final approval and agreement
- If recommended, your application is sent to the board for approval.
- If approved, finalize a contract defining the roles and responsibilities of both parties.
Processing and Agreement
- Submitted requests are first reviewed to determine whether the program is eligible for funding.
- If the project is considered eligible, the applicant is invited to submit a full proposal for committee review.
- After the review, the organization may be notified that it meets the selection criteria, be asked for additional information, or be informed that the request was not retained.
- Applications that meet the criteria are presented to the board of directors for approval.
- If approved, the applicant is contacted to prepare a contract outlining the roles and responsibilities of both organizations.
Additional information
- The organization may be asked to provide additional information during the review process.
- Approved applicants must enter into a contract defining each organization’s roles and responsibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Education Grants Program Program
What is the Youth Education Grants Program?
This program supports organizations that improve financial literacy for young Canadians through innovative programs, mentorship, learning tools, and resources. Information on the maximum funding amount was not provided.
Who is eligible for the Youth Education Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Youth Education Grants Program program, you must:
Organization applicant
Mission-aligned project
Youth financial literacy focus
What expenses are eligible under Youth Education Grants Program?
Innovative programs that improve financial literacy for young Canadians.
Mentorship initiatives for youth financial education.
Development or delivery of learning tools for youth.
Creation or distribution of educational resources related to financial literacy.
Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Education Grants Program?
You can contact MONAT Gratitude Inc. (MONAT).
Where is the Youth Education Grants Program available?
The Youth Education Grants Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Youth Education Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Youth Education Grants Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Youth Education Grants Program?
Youth Education Grants Program is funded by MONAT Gratitude Inc. (MONAT), Actuarial Foundation of Canada (AFC)