As the current generation of youth continues its journey through life, it is vital that we focus on their mental health and wellbeing. For too long, the issue of youth mental health and wellbeing has been neglected, leading to a wide range of negative outcomes. Depression, anxiety, suicide, and substance abuse are just some of the consequences that can result from a lack of support for young people facing mental health challenges.
By supporting funding for youth mental health and wellbeing initiatives, we can ensure that our young people receive the care and support they need to thrive. Let us join hands and work together to provide them with the necessary resources and guidance to lead happy, healthy and successful lives.
Introduction
As the current generation of youth continues its journey through life, it is vital that we focus on their mental health and wellbeing. For too long, the issue of youth mental health and wellbeing has been neglected, leading to a wide range of negative outcomes. Depression, anxiety, suicide, and substance abuse are just some of the consequences that can result from a lack of support for young people facing mental health challenges.
By supporting funding for youth mental health and wellbeing initiatives, we can ensure that our young people receive the care and support they need to thrive. Let us join hands and work together to provide them with the necessary resources and guidance to lead happy, healthy and successful lives.
About Being
Being | Grand Challenges Canada is a Canada based organization that focused on funding and supporting initiatives to improve youth mental health and wellbeing in 12 priority countries. The 12 countries are Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Pakistan, Romania, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Vietnam.
Overview of the Funding
Being is dedicated to providing funding for bold prevention and promotion ideas that address the early drivers of mental health and wellbeing for the most underserved young people aged 10- to 24 in their priority countries. Their funding is guided by specific country priorities determined through locally driven country analyses and consultations with youth, policymakers, local organizations, and mental health experts in the 12 priority countries.
Funding Eligibility
All legally incorporated (or the equivalent) organizations based in any country can apply for funding through this RFP. However, only organizations implementing their project in the 12 priority countries will be considered. Preference will be given to eligible organizations based on the following order of criteria:
- Youth-led organizations (50% or more of staff in key leadership roles; are youth aged 35 and under) based in one of 12 priority countries.
- Organizations based in one of Being’s 12 priority countries.
- Organizations based in any low- and middle-income country partnering with a local organization based in at least one of the 12 priority countries.
Grant Amounts
There are three types of grants available for worthy projects:
- Proof-of-Concept up to $250,000 CAD
- Transition-to-Scale $300,000 to $1,500,000 CAD
- Ecosystem Catalyst $200,000 to $300,000 CAD
Application
The application process is conducted on a rolling basis, with specific intake periods. The next application intake period will run from May 1, 2024 to June 26, 2024. Legal organizations interested in this funding can apply at being-initiative.org. It is recommended that you visit the website to learn more about the organization and their priorities in each country before submitting your proposal application.
Conclusion
Supporting funding for youth mental health and wellbeing initiatives can help ensure that young people receive the care and support they need to thrive. All organizations that align with the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for funding through Being | Grand Challenges Canada to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth in the 12 priority countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Being | Grand Challenges Canada?
Being | Grand Challenges Canada is a Canada based organization that supports and funds initiatives to improve youth mental health and wellbeing in 12 priority countries.
What is the mission of Being | Grand Challenges Canada?
The mission of Being | Grand Challenges Canada is to promote youth mental health and wellbeing in underserved communities by funding bold prevention and promotion ideas that address the early drivers of mental health and wellbeing.
What are the eligibility requirements for funding through Being | Grand Challenges Canada?
All legally incorporated (or the equivalent) organizations based in any country can apply for funding through this RFP. However, only organizations implementing their project in the 12 priority countries will be considered.
What is the grant amount available for worthy projects through Being | Grand Challenges Canada?
There are three types of grants available for worthy projects: Proof-of-Concept up to $250,000 CAD, Transition-to-Scale $300,000 to $1,500,000 CAD, and Ecosystem Catalyst $200,000 to $300,000 CAD.
When is the next application intake period for Being | Grand Challenges Canada funding?
The next application intake period will run from May 1, 2024 to June 26, 2024.
Where can I apply for funding through Being | Grand Challenges Canada?
Legal organizations interested in this funding can apply at being-initiative.org. It is recommended that you visit the website to learn more about the organization and their priorities in each country before submitting your proposal application.
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