Youth Climate Action Fund Application

Youth Climate Action Fund Microgrant Application

The Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) supports youth-led and youth-serving organizations with microgrants of up to $7,000 to design and implement climate action projects. Open to youth ages 15-24, this fund empowers young leaders to take meaningful action on climate change through initiatives like renewable energy, sustainable transportation, and community education

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

MICROGRANT APPLICATION FORM

Project Title

Grant Applicant Organization/Group Name

Did your organization/group receive a microgrant in Round 1 of the program?

If YES, what was the name of the project?

Youth Project Lead(s) - Name and Age

Youth Project Lead Email

Fiscal Lead Contact Name

What organization/entity will be receiving the grant on your behalf?

Fiscal Lead Contact Email

Fiscal Lead Contact Phone Number

Key Climate Priorities

Microgrant project proposals must be focused on one or more of the climate priority areas in HRM's climate action plan, HalifACT.

Green and Resilient Buildings

Clean Transportation

Community Resilience

Just Transition

Renewable Energy

Project Description

Provide an overview of your project, including its main goals and objectives, along with the expected effect on the community and the environment. Describe the current issues or challenges your project aims to address and why this intervention is crucial now. (Max 300 words)

Project Timeline

Describe the specific activities and steps your project will undertake. Include a clear timeline with all projects activities and implementation completed by Oct 17, 2025. (Max 300 words)

Project Output(s)

Describe at least one output you will track. Outputs are the direct results of project activities, showing immediate accomplishments and progress. They provide a snapshot of the project’s activities and immediate achievements.

Project Outcomes(s)

Describe at least one outcome you will track. Outcomes are specific and measurable lasting changes or benefits from a project, showing its real-world impact and demonstrating how the project makes a difference over time. They reflect changes in behavior, knowledge, feelings, or processes.

Youth Engagement

Describe how young people will be involved in the project, including their roles, responsibilities, and opportunities for leadership. (Max 200 words)

Microgrant Request

Please specify an amount between $1,400 and $7,000 CAD.

Budget Allocation and Justification

Provide a breakdown of how you plan to use the microgrant funds, including itemized expenses and a justification for the expense. (Max 200 words)

Additional Information

Declaration

By submitting this application, we agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Youth Climate Action Fund and commit to using the microgrant funds responsibly and transparently to advance our project's objectives. We also agree that we have permission from our fiscal lead to apply

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