Youth Led Grants

Applications now open

From 1 August 2024, young people in Yarra can apply for a Youth-Led Grant of up to $3,000 from a total funding pool of $32,000 allocated for 2024/25.

Youth-Led Grants are for Yarra-based projects or events delivered by young people for young people.

Read the Youth Led Grant Guidelines  and apply here

Here are some examples of last year’s projects.

Eligibility

You can apply individually or as part of a group. To be eligible, you must:

  • be aged 16 to 25 years
  • live, work, study or have a strong connection to the City of Yarra.

Applications will open on 1 August 2024 and close in May 2025 or once the available funding has been fully allocated.

Application criteria

  • All applicants need to be sponsored and mentored by an incorporated not-for-profit organisation or school.
  • Projects will need to be completed by 31 December 2025.
  • The final report and acquittal for the project within two months of the projects completion. 
  • All applications from young people aged 16-17 years must have parental consent.

Applications will be assessed by Council officers and priority will be given to projects, activities or events that can support the key priorities in our 0 – 25 Years Plan.

How do I apply?

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Idil Ali, Youth Participation & Advocacy Officer on 9426 1455 or at [email protected] for planning advice, application support or help finding a sponsor organisation. 

Apply for youth led grant.