MCC Toronto Paul Austin Human Rights Centre Youth Leadership Microgrant

MCC Toronto Human Rights Youth Leadership Microgrant

MCC Toronto Human Rights Youth Leadership Microgrant Application Period: November 7 - November 24
Overview.

The Human Rights Youth Leadership Microgrant initiative offers $1000 microgrants to individual youth or youth groups committed to developing or sustaining projects that foster mental well-being within their communities. This grant is intended to support a wide range of youth-led initiatives, including advocacy campaigns, community-building activities, or small business ventures focused on social impact. While the program is open to all youth, priority will be given to applicants from historically marginalized communities, such as 2SLGBTQ+ youth, racialized youth, Indigenous youth, and youth with disabilities. The initiative seeks to uplift voices from these communities by providing the resources necessary to drive positive change. In addition to the microgrant, MCC Toronto will provide recipients with access to meeting and event spaces, opportunities for skill-building workshops, and connections to mentorship and networking programs. These resources will enable participants to further develop their leadership skills and expand their capabilities in areas such as entrepreneurship, nonprofit work, and advocacy. The program aims to foster a sense of community, encourage collaboration, and promote personal and professional growth. By supporting youth leadership in this way, MCC Toronto hopes to empower the next generation of human rights advocates and community leaders.
Important Dates:
1. Application Opens: November 7
2. Application Deadline: November 24
3. Review Period: November 24-28
4. Selection & Announcement: December 2-5
5. Presentation of Cheques: December 10
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicants must be between 15 and 29 years old, or up to 30 with a disability.
  Project Focus.
2. The project must promote youth mental well-being and align with at least one (1) of the following categories: Advocacy, community building, small business, or entrepreneurial initiative (must demonstrate a clear social impact focus)
3. Priority Communities: Priority consideration will be given to applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, and/or disabled.
4. Participation requirement: Selected recipients are expected to participate in MCC Toronto-hosted activities, including workshops, mentorship sessions, and networking events.
Agreement:
If selected, I commit to:
- Participating in MCC Toronto’s workshops and mentorship sessions.
- Attending networking and/or showcase events.
- Submitting a final report that outlines project outcomes.
- Using grant funds exclusively for approved project expenses.
I hereby acknowledge and agree to the stated terms and criteria.
Applicant Information
First Name* Last Name* Email* Area Code* Phone Number*
Age (Must be 15-29 years old):
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Project Information
Are you applying as (check one):
If applying as a group, list group members (names and roles):
Project Name:
Type of Project (Check one):

Other
If other, please describe.
Does your project benefit historically marginalized communities (2SLGBTQ+, racialized, Indigenous, disabled, etc.)? (Check one):

Other
If other, please describe.
Brief Project Description (200 words):
How will you use the $1000 microgrant? (List the planned expenses):
Additional Support
Your voice matters. As part of this grant, what additional support or resources would you like to see MCC Toronto offer?
Additional information
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