Dare to Dream applicants must meet the following criteria and conditions in order to apply for project funding:

  These projects MUST be youth-led and youth- driven. This means that ideas for projects must come from youth, the applicant section of the application form must be completed by youth, and funded projects must be developed and run by youth.

  Projects MUST be relevant to child and youth mental health in the province of Ontario.

  Projects MUST be innovative – ask yourself, is this a new idea? Has this been done in my community before? (To see what projects have already been funded, see “Successful Projects”)

  Projects MUST demonstrate impact – ask yourself, will my project reach several people in my school, youth organization or community?

  Applicants MUST demonstrate an effort to manage the money wisely by looking for financial or in-kind donations for some budget items.

  Applicants MUST agree to have project reports and pictures etc. shared on our website for others to read and learn from.

  Applicants MUST live in Ontario and be 18 years of age or under.