If you are planning to apply for the Transition-to-Scale track, note that the anticipated deadline has been pushed back a full year to March 2027. This listing now focuses specifically on this scale-up funding, which typically supports projects lasting 24 to 36 months. Additionally, eligibility guidelines now explicitly exclude treatment-focused initiatives, requiring your project to center strictly on mental health prevention and promotion.
Funder: Grand Challenges Canada
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Transition-to-Scale application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Transition-to-Scale: $300,000–$1,500,000 CAD per project; typical duration 24–36 months.
Summary: Supports youth mental health by funding innovative, locally-led solutions addressing root causes of distress in 12 priority countries.
Key Information: Only organizations working in or serving one of the 12 priority countries are eligible; projects must align with country-specific youth mental health priorities.