Laidlaw Foundation Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund 2026

📝 About the Fund

The Laidlaw Foundation Indigenous Youth Climate and Forest Fund offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous youth in Ontario to lead meaningful community initiatives. This fund blends cultural, environmental, and social justice priorities, fostering youth leadership, supporting resurgence, and encouraging innovative solutions to environmental challenges. It empowers young Indigenous leaders to make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.

💰 Benefits

• Grant Amount: Up to $30,000 USD per year.
• Multi-Year Eligibility: Returning groups may apply for a second year, for a maximum total of $60,000 USD.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant Type: Indigenous youth-led groups based in Ontario.
• Leadership Requirement: Projects must be developed and led by at least two Indigenous youth aged 35 or under.
• Project Location: All activities must take place in Ontario.
• Inclusivity Focus: Applications from First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Afro-Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, and disabled youth are strongly encouraged.
• Organizational Status: Grassroots groups, including unregistered collectives, are eligible with an Organizational Mentor.

📅 Application Date and Process

To Apply:

1. Review the Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund Guidelines to determine if you meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Create an account on the online grant management portal to access the application form.

⏰ Application Deadline

05 March, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Laidlaw Foundation Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund here.
• Apply for the fund via the grant management portal.

This opportunity is a remarkable chance for Indigenous youth to lead impactful projects that benefit their communities and the environment. Don't miss out!

• Grant amount: Up to $30,000 USD per year
• Multi-year eligibility: Returning groups may apply for a second year, for a maximum total of $60,000 USD