The Youth-Neighbourhood Small Grants is a program for youth (ages 12-24) living in Metro Vancouver communities (Burnaby, Langley, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey/White Rock, and Vancouver). It is a program, designed by youth, run by youth, for youth!
You can apply for a grant up to $500, to share your ideas, gifts and talents with your neighbours, and to help you bring your project idea to life. Once you have applied for a grant and your project has been approved, you do not need to pay the money back.
Find out what kinds of projects you can receive a grant for, and to see some some frequently asked questions, please click here.
Open to all youth (ages 12-24) living in Metro Vancouver (Burnaby, Langley, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey/White Rock, and Vancouver)
Idea: Teach a group how to workout at a local gym
Idea: - LGBTQIA2S+ Teen Meet-ups
Idea: Garden kit care packages for seniors
Idea: Bracelet making club
Once you’ve decided on your idea, here’s what to expect.
You can ask for a grant of between $50 to $500.
Volunteers from your community review applications as they are submitted. This can take up to two weeks.
Funding will be sent to you via Direct Bank Deposit. Let's do this!
Photos, screen grabs, and other documentation of your project will help to inspire more people like you to get started.
This video was created by Project Leader Maya, and tells the story of her project: Japanese Visible Mending – Beginner Sashiko. We hope it inspires you!
Need help with your application, want inspiration from past projects, want to connect with other project leaders?
Find your NSG Community Coordinator | Project Leader Connections Group
Project leaders love to share back on what happened during their event, gathering, or project. Get inspired for your next idea by reading about what your neighbours are up to.
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