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Youth Investment Fund

Supports short-term youth projects encouraging positive development
Yukon Department of Arts and Culture
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Canada

Overview

The Youth Investment Fund offers financial support for short-term projects targeting youth under 19 who face limited opportunities or discrimination. Applicants can apply for up to $5,000 to fund programs that promote self-esteem, positive lifestyle choices, and social or recreational activities.
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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
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 1, 2026

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
  • Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Organizing social or recreational events for youth.
  • Providing programs to boost self-esteem among youth.
  • Creating initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyle choices.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Yukon not-for-profit organizations.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses unrelated to youth development activities.
  • Long-term or structural projects.
  • Operational costs not directly tied to the project.
  • Infrastructure or building-related costs.
  • Activities outside Yukon region.

Eligible geographic areas

Yukon

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed within 5 weeks after submission.
  • Applicants are notified of the decision via email or mail.
  • Funding agreements must be signed before disbursing funds.
  • Funds are typically provided as a one-time payment after agreement signing.
  • Progress and final reports may be required to demonstrate project impact.

Contacts

youthinvestment@yukon.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Investment Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Youth Investment Fund. 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.

What is the Youth Investment Fund?

The Youth Investment Fund offers financial support for short-term projects targeting youth under 19 who face limited opportunities or discrimination. Applicants can apply for up to $5,000 to fund programs that promote self-esteem, positive lifestyle choices, and social or recreational activities.

How much funding can be received?

Youth Investment Fund Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Youth Investment Fund program?

To be eligible for the Youth Investment Fund program, you must: Applicants must be Yukon not-for-profit organizations.

What expenses are eligible under Youth Investment Fund?

Organizing social or recreational events for youth. Providing programs to boost self-esteem among youth. Creating initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyle choices.

Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Investment Fund?

You can contact Yukon Department of Arts and Culture by email at youthinvestment@yukon.ca.

Where is the Youth Investment Fund available?

The Youth Investment Fund program is available across Canada.

Is the Youth Investment Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Youth Investment Fund is a Grant and Funding

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