Deadline: 9-Jul-23
The Cannonbury Foundation is thrilled to announce the Spring Grant Program to support youth who are working towards achieving their goals in education, employment, or the arts.
A grant for young Canadians who are working to create positive change in their lives and their communities.
The Spring Grant funding program supports the next generation of Canadians by investing in youth, aged 18-29, located in the Ontario, ready to take the next step to accomplish their goals.
Funding Information
- Successful applicants will receive up to $3,000 to put towards achieving their goals.
Eligible Activities
The grant can be used to fund activities in education, employment, or the arts. Recipients have used the grant to attend global conferences, obtain career-specific training, and create entrepreneurial and creative arts projects. Some additional ways funding can be used includes, but is not limited to:
- Education
- Post-secondary education courses
- Learning and networking opportunities
- Training programs
- Leadership courses
- Learning tools (such as laptops, textbooks, and other materials)
- Employment and Entrepreneurship
- Professional learning and networking opportunities
- Leadership programs
- Technical training or certification courses
- Team or community projects related to employment goals
- Association membership fees
- Fellowship programs
- Arts
- Tools/supplies (such as art equipment, musical instruments)
- Skills development programs
- Association membership fees
- Costs associated with a studio or working space
Eligibility Criteria
- You are between the ages 18-29.
- You live in Ontario.
- You are willing and can contribute a small percentage of your own funds towards the total amount requested.
- You are able to demonstrate financial need.
- You can receive the Spring Grant more than once but restrictions apply. Previously successful applicants can re-apply and are eligible to receive the Spring Grant funding once per calendar year, up to 3 times.
- You can use your chosen or preferred name on your application, and they affirm your identity. However, your legal name will be required in the program documents.
For more information, visit Cannonbury Foundation.