Ottawa, attendee draw prizes are in for our Funders Session for #Black & #Indigenous #Youth , thanks to OSEG Foundation & MLSE Foundation!

🏈 A pair of🎟️to the Ottawa REDBLACKS
🏈 REDBLACKS hat🧢
🏀 Signed Raptors jersey
⚽ Signed Toronto FC jersey

See you next week, Ottawa! 🎉

Youth Action Fund applications opens May 7!

We fund Black & Indigenous youth-led groups* (30 & under) addressing Child Welfare, Education, and/or Criminal systems.

*Grassroots, nfps & charities in ON. For profits are not eligible.

Read YAF's Guidelines: lnkd.in/eKQceZvu

✨ Save the Date: May 7, Ottawa!✨

Funders will be on unceded Algonquin territory for 2 grant info sessions for Black & Indigenous youth! Questions? Comment for us to answer on May 7.

Food & drinks provided🥤🥘 Don’t miss a chance to learn, network, and win amazing prizes!

❓Black and/or Indigenous youth group in ON?
❓Grassroots, nfp, or charity?
❓Group leadership: 30 years old & under?
❓Address child welfare, criminal, and/or education system?
Yes to all? We want to get to know you + your work!

Fill out: forms.gle/bFKRyKsjuMkZ6o… to get started!

Laidlaw’s Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) grant deadline is in ONE WEEK! 🐢

Head to laidlawfdn.org to read our program guidelines, confirm your eligibility and access the grantee portal to submit your application. 🐺

Due: March 7, 2024 @ 5 PM EST

Check out two articles that highlight the ongoing impacts of systemic and historical anti-Black racism in the education system. 📚

Dr. Aladejebi's article: theconversation.com/black-history-…

Thompson's article: globalnews.ca/news/7634750/t…

Laidlaw’s Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) grant deadline is in TWO WEEKS! 🐢

Head to laidlawfdn.org to read our program guidelines, confirm your eligibility and access the grantee portal to submit your application. 🐺

Due Date: March 7, 2024 @ 5PM

Explore the diverse and intricate history of Black heritage in Ontario by through a series of walking tours. #BlackHistoryMonth #OntarioHeritage #ExploreTogether

Last chance to apply to the Radical Policy School, focusing on Radical Relationalities. Deadline is this Thursday, Februay 22! More details here: yellowheadinstitute.org/radicalrelatio…

This world doesn't move without Black Creativity - Melissa Kimble (she/her) 🏁.

Here are some 💎 across ON that uplift, amplify & celebrate Black artists & art 🎨🎬🎭🎵. We highlight places in Ottawa, Sudbury & Toronto - share your faves in other areas for folks to find them! #BlackArt

CELEBRATING THE WORKS OF CANADIAN BLACK AUTHORS pt2
#BlackAuthors #CanadianLiterature #DiverseReads

CELEBRATING THE WORKS OF CANADIAN BLACK AUTHORS!!! These are some that offer captivating narratives & profound insights. These works offer exploration of historical experiences, cultural identities, and the human condition. Pt. 1 #BlackAuthors #CanadianLiterature #DiverseReads

🚨 We're thrilled to announce an extraordinary draw prize lineup for our Thunder Bay visit, all thanks to MLSE!
🏒 Maple Leafs jersey- signed by Mitch Marner
⚽ TFC jersey- signed by Lorenzo Insigne
🏀Raptors jersey signed by Gary Trent Jr.
🏈Argos jersey signed by Shawn Oakman

Part 3 - Last set of recommendations of films to see.
#BlackCanadianHistory #OntarioDocumentaries
#BlackCanadianHistory #CBCDocumentary
#BlackHistoryMonth #CBCDocuSeries #UndergroundRailroad #CPACdocumentary #PricevilleHistory #BlackCanadianHeritage #CBCGemDocumentary #BlackHair

Part 2 - More documentaries to learn about Black experiences in communities across Canada. #BlackCanadianHistory #OntarioDocumentaries #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackCanadianHeritage

Embark on a captivating journey through the rich history of Black experiences in Canada with these compelling documentaries! Uncover untold stories and resilient narratives that shed light on the diverse perspectives and significant contributions of Black Canadians. Part 1

🦅 Save the Date: February 15, 2024! 🦅

We're bringing together organizations for an exclusive day of learning about grant opportunities! Don't miss out!💰✨

Exciting news! 📢 The IYCFF program now offers multi-year funding 🌟 to those who've successfully completed a 1-year grant with us! We've listened to your feedback and are evolving our program to better meet your needs! 🚀

#IYCFF #GrowthTogether #FundingOpportunities

Have questions about the Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund (IYCFF)? 🍓

Laidlaw Foundation will be hosting a virtual IYCFF Information Session on February 7, 2024 at 12 pm EST. 🌱

To register email [email protected] 🧡

The Laidlaw Foundation’s Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund (IYCFF) is now open! 🍓💸

Head to laidlawfdn.org to read our program guidelines and FAQs, confirm your eligibility and access the grantee portal to submit your application.