Youth Grant

At a Glance

Application Deadlines

February 1, 2026, and
September 1, 2026,
submit by 11:59 p.m.

Amount Available:

Up to $10,000 per project

Equity Requirement:

Non-profit organization: 25%
Local governments: 50%

Who Can Apply?

Local Non-profit Organizations OR Local Governments

Your Guide to the Youth Grant Application

Are you an organization looking to provide educational and recreational opportunities for youth on Haida Gwaii?

You may qualify to receive up to $10,000 from our Youth Grant.

Interested? Here’s everything you need to know to apply.

Connect with our Grants team

The Youth Grant Process

  1. Applications Open (6 weeks before deadline)
    • Ready to apply? You’ll need a clear plan for your project, an estimate of your costs, and any supporting documents like partnership or authorization letters.
  2. Submit Your Application (Deadline: February 1, 2026 or September 1, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.)
  3. Review and Decision (Approximately 2 Months)
    • The Gwaii Trust Board of Directors will review your application and make the funding decisions. You can expect to hear back within approximately two months. Please be flexible with your start date, as decisions can occasionally be delayed due to meeting schedules.
  4. Approval and Next Steps
    • If your project is approved, review the terms, track your expenses, and wait until at least two months after the application deadline to start your project.
  5. Complete Your Project
    • Once you’ve completed your project, submit your final budget, receipts, photos, and a brief summary of what you achieved. We’d love to see the difference your project makes for the youth of Haida Gwaii.

Whether your project is big or small, if it supports youth on Haida Gwaii, we’d love to hear from you!

Have Questions?

Give us a call or book an appointment to chat with us.

Connect with our Grant team
Tando Dwyer

Tando Dwyer

Community Grant Specialist

Office: G̲aw Tlagée Old Massett
Ph: 250-626-7985

Michelle Prouty

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Michelle Prouty

Community Grant Specialist

Office: HlG̲aagilda Skidegate
Ph: 250-637-1050

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FAQs

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Are there any eligibility requirements for the Youth Grant?

  • Yes, there are a few simple requirements to keep in mind:
    • Your organization must be a local non-profit or local government.
    • Your project should primarily benefit school-aged youth (K-12), with an extra focus on high school-aged youth.
    • If you’ve received a grant before, make sure you’ve submitted all required reports—organizations with overdue reports can’t apply.
  • We’re here to help support projects that make a difference for youth on Haida Gwaii. If you have questions about eligibility, reach out—we’d love to chat!
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How do I know if my project will be a good fit with Gwaii Trust?

  • Great question! A good fit focuses on one or more of these goals:
    • Increased opportunities: Expanding access to sports, culture, arts, and outdoor activities for youth.
    • Reducing barriers: Tackling challenges like financial, geographic, or accessibility obstacles that prevent youth participation.
    • Youth leadership: Building leadership skills and encouraging youth to take active roles in their communities.
  • If your project aligns with any of these, it’s likely a great match! And if you’re unsure, don’t worry—just ask us. We’re happy to help you figure it out.

For more information, please review our Youth Grant Application Guide. We look forward to hearing from you!

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