NorthStar Special Needs Society
NorthStar Special Needs Society
Grant programCommunity Investments
Grant typeCI - Seed
Amount awarded$98,700
Duration12 months
Year2025-2026
Location served
Simcoe York?
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Population servedPeople living with disabilities
Age groupYouth (13-24)
DescriptionNorthStar Special Needs Society will use a $98,700 Seed grant over 12 months to connect youth with autism to trained peer buddy volunteers for structured activities and interactions, supporting social development and community inclusion.
Grant resultDesign and/or pilot an innovative program or service to address a community need.
Grant statusActive