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Grand Challenges Canada – Being Initiative (Transition to Scale)
Deadline: 31 Mar 2026
Category: Startup Grants
Location: Global
Overview
Grand Challenges Canada is inviting applications for the Being Initiative, a global mental health program focused on supporting innovative solutions that address the root causes of mental distress among young people. The initiative aims to strengthen the environments where young people live, learn, and grow by funding scalable, evidence-based interventions that promote mental wellbeing.
This funding opportunity is ideal for organizations, innovators, and researchers working on youth mental health, especially those with solutions ready to transition to scale and create measurable impact across communities.
Eligibility
- Organizations with proven, evidence-based mental health solutions
- Innovations targeting youth mental health and wellbeing
- Projects addressing root causes of distress (social, environmental, economic factors)
- Applicants with solutions ready for scaling or expansion
- Entities operating in low- and middle-income countries are encouraged to apply
Benefits
- Funding support to scale impactful mental health innovations
- Global recognition and visibility through Grand Challenges Canada
- Opportunity to join a network of leading global innovators
- Technical support and strategic guidance
- Potential for long-term partnership and growth
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal
- Review eligibility and application guidelines carefully
- Prepare all required documents and supporting materials
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Follow up on any communication from Grand Challenges Canada
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