About Organizational Mentors

This page is under development.

Updated information for this page will be available early April 2024.

 

An Organizational Mentor (OM) provides administrative support, project mentoring, and financial accountability to YOF grassroots groups. An OM's role is similar to that of trustees, an emerging governance platform, a platform, or a charitable home.

All groups applying to the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) Youth Innovations and Family Innovations Streams must partner with an OM and enter into a collaborative agreement.

This page contains tips and tools to help you find the right OM for your group. If you want to become an OM, it also details the criteria and application process.

Important notes before you start:

  • Grassroots groups that submit an Expression of Interest should start looking for an OM early, and begin building a relationship as soon as possible. Building a positive and productive relationship takes time.
  • If the OM’s relationship with a grassroots group ends during the life of the grant, the project cannot be transferred to a new OM. In these situations, depending on the circumstances, the grant may be rescinded.

 

Important Dates and Deadlines
Organization Registration Deadline   June 19, 2024, 5 PM ET
OM-Grassroots Group Collaborative Agreement July 10, 2024, 5 PM ET

Support

For more information about YOF grants and eligibility requirements, contact yof@otf.ca or 1 800 263-2887.