The Being Initiative Youth Mental Health Grants are now open for applications from organisations working to improve the mental health of young people between the ages of 10 and 24 in selected countries. This funding opportunity promotes ideas that deal with the well-being of the younger generation. The initiative pushes for innovative solutions that improve environments where young people reside.
About the Being Initiative Youth Mental Health Grants
The Being Initiative is a mental health program hosted by Grand Challenges Canada. It looks towards a world where young people feel well. It supports research and ecosystem builds towards the prevention and promotion of youth mental health. The initiative’s investments are informed by local needs.
The funding is disbursed to projects in 12 countries: Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Pakistan, Romania, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Vietnam. Applicants’ projects must be tailored towards youth healthcare and welfare.
Funding is available under different streams depending on the stage and proposed projects. Selected organisations receive financial and other resources to contribute to sustainable systems change.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: 250,000 CAD
- Maximum award: 1,500,000 CAD
- Project duration supported: 12–48 months
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Who Can Apply for the Being Initiative Youth Mental Health Grants
Eligible organisation types
- Nonprofit organizations
- Research institutions
- Social enterprises
- Community‑based organisations
- Youth‑led organisations
Registration or legal documents
- Organisation’s legal registration documents
- Proof of good standing with national authorities
- Completed application form and attachments
- Financial documentation per grant requirements
Project focus requirements
- Projects must address youth mental health prevention or promotion
- Solutions must align with country‑specific priorities
- Approaches should be evidence‑informed or ready to scale
- Projects should demonstrate clear planning and measurable outcomes
Geographic eligibility
- Implementation in one of the 12 priority countries
- Applicants may be based domestically or internationally, but projects must operate in priority locations
- Preference given to youth‑led organisations within priority countries
Sector or thematic focus
- Mental health promotion
- Distress prevention
- Improving community and ecosystem support systems
- Addressing stigma and structural barriers
Application Process
- Review the full funding call and eligibility criteria in the Request for Proposals.
- Prepare a clear project summary and detailed proposal
- Complete the online application form in the established system.
- Upload all required supporting documents and project plans.
- Submit the application before the official deadline and await confirmation.
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Required Materials
- Completed online application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Organisational profile and legal documentation
- Budget and financial plan
- Evidence of previous outcomes or readiness to implement
Key Dates
- Application deadline: March 31, 2026
- Notification timeline: Mid‑2026
- Project start period: July 2026
Selection Notes
- The Being Initiative Youth Mental Health Grants are highly competitive
- Priority focus areas are Youth mental health promotion, helping supportive environment and addressing barriers such as stigma, discrimination, and access gaps
- Applicants who don’t have projects that serve age groups 10-24 should not apply
Official Source of the Being Initiative Youth Mental Health Grants
Application Page: https://gcc.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new