About
#RisingYouth
#RisingYouth was a program led by TakingITGlobal that helped Canadian youth develop life skills and create positive community impact through micro-grants and volunteer opportunities. The initiative has now completed its program cycle, having awarded $7.8 million to 7,014 grantees across Canada, engaging 59,208 volunteers who contributed 746,768 hours of service. The program supported youth-led projects addressing diverse community needs, with 98% of participants reporting increased likelihood to engage in future community service and 95% creating new volunteer opportunities for others. The organization collaborated with 621 referral organizations to identify and support youth leaders working on issues ranging from Indigenous reconciliation and environmental action to health, education, and social equity.
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