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Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary
Supports young Catholic student leaders
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Closing date : May 11, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This bursary supports high school students with $500 toward post-secondary schooling. It recognizes young leaders who contribute to their parishes, schools, communities, and homes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 11, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Leadership and service in parish, school, community, or home settings
- Participation in parish and/or Archdiocesan youth ministry
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Four short written reflections
- Two references from different communities or settings
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- High school students
- Practicing Catholic students
- Students in the Archdiocese of Vancouver
- Students involved in parish or Archdiocesan youth ministry
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not in Grade 12
- Students who are not practicing Catholics
- Students outside the Archdiocese of Vancouver
Eligible expenses
- Post-secondary schooling costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Archdiocese of Vancouver
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Selection Committee.
- Recipients are chosen based on leadership and contribution to their communities.
- Only complete applications are considered.
Additional information
- Only complete applications will be considered.
- All submission materials must be completed online.
- Two references are required from different settings or communities.
- References should not be from peers or relatives.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary. 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 Ministry Leadership Bursary?
This bursary supports high school students with $500 toward post-secondary schooling. It recognizes young leaders who contribute to their parishes, schools, communities, and homes.
How much funding can be received?
Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary program, you must:
Grade 12 student entering post-secondary education
Practicing Catholic in the Archdiocese of Vancouver
Active in parish or youth ministry
What expenses are eligible under Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary?
Leadership and service in parish, school, community, or home settings
Participation in parish and/or Archdiocesan youth ministry
Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary?
You can contact Archdiocese of Vancouver (RCAV) by email at cimoo@rcav.org.
Where is the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary available?
The Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Youth Ministry Leadership Bursary is a Grant and Funding