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Youth Opportunity Grant
Funding for youth homelessness prevention programs
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding of up to $75,000 supports youth homelessness prevention and related housing and employment programs in Canada. Eligible activities include housing renovations, prevention initiatives, job readiness support, and youth-led innovation or education programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
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
- Unions
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Housing transformation and renovations for youth-serving spaces.
- Prevention programs that reduce youth homelessness.
- Employment and job readiness programs for youth.
- Youth-led initiatives and education programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian registered charities
Eligible expenses
- Repairs, refurbishments, and modifications to housing accommodations or support facilities for homeless youth.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Applicants are notified of the decision within two to three months.
- Status inquiries by phone or email are not answered due to high demand.
Additional information
- Youth are defined as ages 12 to 29.
- In some prevention cases, younger ages may be supported for intervention and outreach.
- Applicants are notified of their status within two to three months after the application deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Opportunity Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Youth Opportunity Grant. 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 Opportunity Grant?
Funding of up to $75,000 supports youth homelessness prevention and related housing and employment programs in Canada. Eligible activities include housing renovations, prevention initiatives, job readiness support, and youth-led innovation or education programs.
How much funding can be received?
Youth Opportunity Grant Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Youth Opportunity Grant program?
To be eligible for the Youth Opportunity Grant program, you must:
Canadian registered charity
Focus on youth homelessness
Project in housing, prevention or employment
What expenses are eligible under Youth Opportunity Grant?
Housing transformation and renovations for youth-serving spaces.
Prevention programs that reduce youth homelessness.
Employment and job readiness programs for youth.
Youth-led initiatives and education programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Opportunity Grant?
You can contact The Home Depot Canada Foundation.
Where is the Youth Opportunity Grant available?
The Youth Opportunity Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Youth Opportunity Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Youth Opportunity Grant is a Grant and Funding