Via The Canadian Race Relations Foundation
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) now accepting applications for the second round of our National Anti-Racism Fund (NARF)’s Event and Youth Initiative Grants. The National Anti-Racism Fund is one of the ways that the CRRF supports communities across Canada in the fight against racism and discrimination.
Organizations should apply for a NARF Event and Youth Initiative Grant if they plan to host initiatives aligned with one or more of the key themes and objectives listed below and designed to achieve one or more of the expected results.
Events are community-based, planned public, social, and/or learning occasions and activities relating to the themes and objectives of the National Anti-Racism Fund. Formats include conferences, summits, workshops, galas, festivals, exhibits, and reconciliation or intercultural activities.
Youth Initiatives are projects that are youth-led or focused on youth. Youth are defined as persons below the age of 30. Formats include conferences, summits, workshops, galas, festivals, exhibits, and reconciliation or intercultural activities.
Events and Youth Initiatives must align with one or more of the following themes and objectives:
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- Systemic racial barriers: Reducing barriers to inclusion by addressing systemic racism in education, healthcare, the justice system, public services, employment and public life.
- Research and education: Promoting and increasing availability and accessibility of data, evidence and community insights on race relations in Canada.
- Public awareness: Informing public policies by highlighting systemic and institutional barriers.
- Cultural and intercultural community-building: Creating cross-cultural opportunities through discussions and dialogue on race and religion, building awareness and collaborations.
This funding is available to:
- Canadian registered charities (as recognized by the Canadian Revenue Agency) and Canadian non-profit organizations and associations.
- First Nations, Inuit and Metis organizations
- Canadian non-Federal public institutions such as municipalities, boards of education, schools, colleges and universities.
- Grassroots and recognized student groups
Applicants will have two opportunities to submit their Event and Youth Initiative applications:
- Applications seeking funding for Events or Youth Initiatives that will take place between mid-January and March 2024 must be submitted by 8:59 pm (PT) on November 15, 2023.
- Applications seeking funding for Events or Youth Initiatives that will take place between April and July 2024 must be submitted by 8:59 PM (PT) on January 15, 2024.
For complete information about the funds available and how to apply, please visit the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) information page.