Sustainability Project Funding
What types of funding are available?
Types of Funding
Grants
Grants provide funding for a project or initiative through a grant application process.
Programs
Programs listed provide funding with the expectation that the applicants participate in a specific program or initiative to receive the funding.
Awards
Awards listed would provide funding to those nominated for an award based on past work or accomplishments, with the thought that students can apply that award money to the projects they are seeking to fund.
Funding Categories
Youth
This funding category prioritizes applications from individuals under 30 years old and/or projects or initiatives that support individuals under 30 years old.
Climate
This funding category prioritizes applications for projects or initiatives related to climate solutions.
Community
This funding category prioritizes applications for projects or initiatives that support community building or are by-and-for a particular community.
BIPOC
This funding category prioritizes applications for projects or initiatives led by individuals/teams who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of colour.
Clean Energy
This funding opportunity prioritizes applications for projects or initiatives that involve renewable energy technology or carbon emission reduction.
Emergency/Safety
This funding category prioritizes applications that focus on crisis response and community safety. These would be applicable for projects related to extreme weather events and other climate adaptation measures.