Youth Development & Engagement Grant

The City of Kelowna's Youth Development and Engagement Grant offers up to $1,000 for youth aged 13-24 to support projects that improve neighborhoods and promote community engagement.

City of Kelowna

Overview of the Youth Development & Engagement Grant program:

The Youth Development and Engagement Grant provides up to $1,000 in matching funds to empower young people aged 13-24 to get involved in their communities. This grant supports youth-led initiatives such as neighborhood improvement projects or events organized with peers. It aims to build relationships, foster local pride, develop leadership skills, and create enjoyable experiences. The goal is to support projects that enhance the neighborhood environment, contributing to its vibrancy and vitality.

Benefits of the Youth Development & Engagement Grant program:

The Youth Development and Engagement Grant aims to:
Inspire and empower Kelowna youth to actively shape their city.
Enable youth to lead projects or events that enhance their neighborhoods.
Improve the quality of life in local communities through youth-led initiatives.
Strengthen young people's connection and attachment to their community.
Increase youth participation in civic activities and engagement.

Eligibility criteria of the Youth Development & Engagement Grant program:

Be between 13 and 24 years old.
Live in the City of Kelowna.
Have at least one other youth committed to co-leading the project.
Reside in the neighborhood where the project will take place.
Have a project sponsor if all team members are under 19 years old.
Eligible Activities and Expenses:
Equipment and Materials: Items intended for community use, not for personal ownership.
Contract Services: Hiring professionals like master gardeners, carpenters, or artists if no local resident can provide the required skills.
Promotional and Translation Services: Costs related to promoting the project or providing translations.
Equipment Rental: Rental costs for necessary equipment.
Skill Training: Expenses for training needed for the project, such as FOODSAFE certification.
Food Expenses: Limited to $10 per person, for events or projects that enhance the neighborhood.