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CREation Impact

What is the CREation Community Grants Program?

The CREation Community Grants Program was started in March 2020 in response to a need for community funding during COVID. During that first initiative, we mobilized over $300,000 in funding to youth-focused projects and initiatives taking place across Canada.

Since then, CREation has grown into a full funding program that runs over 10 intakes each year and provides funding of between $2,500-$80,000 to Indigenous youth-led projects and initiatives. Our priority is to support projects that center Indigenous youth in meaningful project leadership roles and focus on promoting wellness for Indigenous youth and their communities. 

$5.1 M

Funding mobilized

884

Youth project leaders

307

Projects funded

CREation’s Priorities

Purpose

To provide low-barrier funding opportunities to grassroots and community initiatives that address emerging needs and respect the autonomy of communities to self-determine their priorities.

Vision

A future where Indigenous youth-led organizations and grassroots groups have access to the skills and resources to provide youth-focused programs and initiatives and are empowered to take ownership over the wellness of their communities. 

Focus

CREation prioritizes funding for grassroots groups and collectives but also supports youth-led initiatives from incorporated organizations.  We focus on providing supports in diverse communities and working to ensure equal access to funding for communities that need funding support the most.  (See plant graphic on right)

  1. Prioritize funding for groups that face barriers in accessing mainstream funding opportunities (i.e. grassroots groups) 
  1. Support rising youth voices and meaningful youth engagement  
  1. Enhance youth capacity in program delivery and implementation 
  1. Support long-term sustainability of youth initiatives 
  1. Develop best practices for Indigenous funding models that are rooted and responsive to community needs 
Community & Group Type Stats

CREation Highlights

Connections & teachings to last a lifetime

97K

Youth & Community members engaged

233

Communities impacted

99K

Digital engagements

Accessible funding coast to coast to coast

Since 2020, CREation has funded projects in all 13 provinces & territories. Hover over an area to see how many projects were funded and click on a circle to check out the featured project!

100% Indigenous youth-led

CREation is led by a 15-member Advisory Circle made up of Indigenous youth. Members of this circle provide guidance on policies, practices, strategic direction and the implementation of the granting program.   

All funding decisions are made by Community Review Circles. These circles are made up of Advisory Circle Members, other Indigenous youth and community members. 

Check out our latest impact report

20212022-CREation-Impact-2

Contact Information

If you are interested in applying, please visit canadianroots.ca/programs/creation 

If you are interested in partnering or providing further support to our program, please contact Alyssa at alyssa@canadianroots.ca

Alyssa Luttenberger

Alyssa Luttenberger – Director of Impact, Development and Granting

Past Impact Reports

2020/2021 Community Support FundDownload
2020/2021 Medium Project FundDownload
2020/2021 Youth Empowerment StreamDownload

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