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Idea: Teach a group how to workout at a local gym
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)
For many, this is the first grant people are applying for. Most start off with a general idea of what they want to do but wonder how to put the details down on paper. Or they might be unsure if what they’re doing is allowed. Be sure to read through the Eligibility & FAQs page first before submitting your application. Remember it might be overwhelming to apply but we are here to help you in every step!
For project ideas and help: Reach out to your Community Coordinator, check-out Project Resources Page and join the Project Leader Connections Facebook Group.
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.
January 31, 2023
Four volunteers handed out groceries in conjunction with the Church’s weekly dinner. Henry Hiebert helped pick up and load groceries in Richmond. Canned and dry goods and some perishables were...
Read MoreWe did exercise, tea and modeling regularly over the last 3 months. We performed at our community, and at South Vancouver Adult day care canter. We brought a lot of...
Read MoreJanuary 29, 2023
Light up the Night was a winter seasonal/solstice event organized by Free the Fern Stewardship Society on the trails in the south part of Champlain Heights. The second year we’ve...
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