2011 Youth in Action Grants

Are you 14- 24 and want to make a positive impact in Peel? United Way of Peel Region and the Region of Peel are collaborating, for a second time, to offer Youth in Action grants. You could receive up to $2,000 for a youth led project if you work with a registered charity operating in Peel, such as a school or non-profit organization.

Click here to download the 2011 Youth in Action Funding Guidelines.

The deadline for all applications is Friday September 30, 2011.

Information Sessions:

We strongly encourage all youth to attend one information session:

Tuesday September 13, 2011
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Region of Peel Building
10 Peel Centre Drive, Room 985B; enter through main entrance
Brampton, ON

Wednesday September 14, 2011
6:00 – 7:00pm
Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness
14111 Regional Road 50 N (Hwy 50)
Bolton, ON

Thursday September 15, 2011
6:30pm – 7:30pm
City of Mississauga Civic Centre
300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga; Civic Centre Committee Room A
Mississauga, ON

About Youth In Action Grants

Youth in Action Grants are a one-time grant opportunity focused on youth-led projects that offer creative youth-initiated ideas to address community issues in Peel Region. Youth and/or groups of youth between the ages of 14 and 24 are eligible to apply for this grant. Requests can be made for up to $2,000 per project.

In 2010, a total of $20,000 funded by United Way of Peel Region and the Region of Peel was distributed to 11 youth-led projects through this granting opportunity.

Youth in Action grants were developed in 2009 by United Way's Young Leaders Council, a group of volunteers aged 20 to 35 who are committed to creating a legacy of volunteerism and spirited giving within Peel Region.

To view and/or download funding guidelines, the application package, and FAQ contact Jen Davis at 905-602-3622 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .