The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) recognizes the impact that healthy and resilient families have on the future success of young people.
We define a parent, guardian or caregiver as someone who is responsible for the physical, emotional, and economic wellbeing of children and youth. Our definition of parents, guardians and caregivers is inclusive and respects diverse cultural and decolonized interpretations of these roles.
By investing in grassroots projects that are community-led and community-designed, opportunities are created for families to develop culturally anchored solutions to issues faced by people like them, and empower parents, guardians and caregivers to improve their social and economic stability. Through shared identities, culture and traditions, families can find ways to connect and create networks of support to navigate social systems and services that present obstacles to their success through a Family Innovations Grant.
With a Family Innovations Test grant, parents, guardians and caregivers can:
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Try out a new idea that has the potential to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of parents, guardians and caregivers
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Research, learn and understand more about a specific topic or issue
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Bring parents, guardians and caregivers together to discuss an issue and explore new approaches collectively