SKETCH Working Arts for Street-involved and Homeless Youth - OM for/pour Remembered Voices

SKETCH Working Arts for Street-involved and Homeless Youth - OM for/pour Remembered Voices

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Grassroots Innovation
Amount awarded$400,000
Duration48 months
Year2016-2017
Location served
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Toronto
Population servedIndigenous youth (i.e. First Nations, Métis or Inuit youth), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+) youth, Youth at-risk of dropping out or have dropped out of school, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth vulnerable of becoming or are in conflict with the law
Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years, 20 to 25 years
DescriptionDelivering a project that builds on the success of a proven model or program with a $400,000 grant over 48 months to expand a drop-in program, focusing on youth and enhancing programs to include Traditional Teachings for 2Spirit/LGBTTQ Indigenous youth in Toronto. The initiative will help youth develop leadership and life-building skills, while strengthening a sense of community and belonging.
Grant resultYouth form and maintain healthy, close relationships
Grant statusClosed