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Airdrie Youth Grant

Your ideas can change our city!

The Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs (ABYA) is excited for local youth to become engaged in our community through this new initiative. We’re looking for inspired and innovative Airdrie youth who have great ideas that will benefit young people in our community. If you’re 12 to 18 years old and have an idea you want to put into action, apply now for an Airdrie Youth Grant.

ProjectS	examples
Located in Airdrie Initiatives that directly benefit Airdrie youth Planned and implemented by youth ages 12 to 18 (priority given to youth-initiated projects, with some adult support welcome)	Events or conferences organized by youth Large community or school projects led by youth Activities for community or inclusive school clubs initiated by youth

Size of grant: Up to $1000
When to apply: March 2nd, 2026

Grants will be available monthly from February - June and September - October.

Application deadlines: Every fourth Monday of selected months.

First deadline: Mar. 23, 2026 4 p.m. MST

Fund allocation and submission notification: Funds are awarded to successful applicants after the deadline. Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified.

Apply for an Airdrie Youth Grant

Grant details

Airdrie youth ages 12 to 18 are welcome to apply. The youth grant funds can be used for resources needed for youth-led events, projects, and activities. Airdrie youth may apply with informal grassroots groups, non-profit societies, registered charities and schools, but the project must be youth-led.

Some examples may include, but are not limited to.

Food
Renting space
Prizes
Project Supplies
Transportation
Youth volunteer recognition

We do NOT fund:

For-profit ventures or individuals
Conference fees or tuition costs
Individuals directly in the form of salary
Non-inclusive activities.
Honorariums

Reporting requirements and timelines

Submit FINAL REPORT prior to Dec. 15, 2026 at 4 p.m. MST. Reports can be submitted prior to deadline.

Report requirements:

Successful applicants will be required to submit:

1-3 page report to share the success of their project/activity.
Participation tracking.
Budget recap report.
Optional: Photos of your project/activity (consent form to be provided).

IMPORTANT: Successful applicants will be asked to join the ABYA to share a short presentation to City Council on the success of the project during a June 2026 or 2027 Council meeting depending on project implementation timeline.