United Way of Calgary and Area
United Way of Calgary and Area All in for youth Location: AB Description: UW Calgary will expand their mission of providing supports to vulnerable Calgary youth in their high school completion journey and in the next phase in their lives and ultimately contribute to a thriving community. Website: https://calgaryunitedway.org/ Amount Awarded: $250,000
CNIB Foundation
CNIB will reach blind or partially sighted Canadian youth through a series of experiential learning opportunities allowing them to develop confidence and essential skills to create brighter futures. Amount Awarded: $300,000
Islamic Family and Social Services Association
Islamic Family and Social Services Association Leadership Team Location: AB Description: Youth will be invited to explore the theme of “being Muslim on Treaty 6” through creative storytelling, digital freelancing, and skill-building in various areas of creative production. Website: https://www.ifssa.ca/ Amount Awarded: $25,000
Youth Challenge International
Youth Challenge International Youth Climate Leadership Program Location: ON Description: YCI will reach 160 youth in the GTA through a Climate Leadership Program designed to mobilize a team of their making, around local climate priorities. Website: https://www.yci.org/ Amount Awarded: $50,000
Centre Lasallien Saint-Michel
CLSM aims to help youth overcome barriers preventing them from attending and completing their schooling. Amount Awarded: $50,000
Unity Charity
Unity Charity Rough Draft Location: ON Description: Unity Charity will offer a free, 16-week rap music program designed to cultivate independent, commercial and sustainable employment skills for youth aged 13 – 29 in the GTA. Website: https://www.unitycharity.com/ Amount Awarded: $150,000
The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC D.B.A. Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House
The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC D.B.A. Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House Youth Skills Development Program Location: BC Description: Youth aged 16-24 will complete educational workshops, fulfill work experience placements, and develop leadership, relationship management and employment skills. Website: https://www.froghollow.bc.ca/ Amount Awarded: $150,000
Dze l k’ant Friendship Centre Society
For Dze l k’ant, Indigenous teachings are the backbone of the program. This Friendship Centre will invest funds in community to provide various levels of education (i.e. First Aid Certificate, PSE Credentials, Job Opportunities). Amount Awarded: $300,000
Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver
Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver Women Working Wonders Location: BC Description: Elizabeth Fry will support female NEET youth in B.C. address barriers that keep them anchored in poverty or inaction and actively supporting them to pursue alternatives that lead to a better future. Website: https://efry.com/ Amount Awarded: $250,000
Aishat Azeez and Amtul Aleem
A pre-medical club that takes a unique approach by engaging directly with current medical students.