Guelph Black Heritage Society

Guelph Black Heritage Society

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Economic Recovery and Resilience Fund
Amount awarded$44,000
Duration24 months
Year2022-2023
Location served
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Waterloo, Wellington & Dufferin
Population servedGirls, young women, non-binary, Newcomer, 2SLGBTQIA+, Living with disabilities or special needs between the ages of 6 to 29, In low-income situations or from low-income families
Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years, 6 to 29 years for youth living with special needs
Description$44,000 over 2 years to break down barriers to the technology industry by providing free programs on website development and computer coding for 30 Black identified youth between the ages of 13-18 in Guelph-Wellington. The grant will assist with program costs for initiatives providing youth with confidence and resilience, as well as employable and critical thinking skills.
Grant resultTo ensure that Black children and youth have the skills, knowledge, and supports they need to succeed in education and the job market of today and in the future.