YPI is an Idea a Program a Platform
Connected People. Compassionate Communities. Philanthropic Future.
What is YPI?
YPI is an inclusive, multi-award-winning approach to grant-making that grows compassionate communities by connecting high school students to social issues, local charities, and philanthropy at a pivotal stage in their adolescence.
Our Impact
ACROSS CANADA SINCE 2002
More Than
have been provided by YPI’s funders to be granted by youth through our inclusive, participatory process
Over
have developed skills, competencies and positive attitudes towards civic engagement
Over
have learned about social issues from students advocating in their communities
Over
have been helped by frontline social service charities who have won grants through YPI
VISION
Canada’s young people are included, empowered, and engaged in creating more compassionate and connected communities where they live, and a more philanthropic future for all.
MISSION
YPI Canada is growing connected, compassionate communities through our inclusive, multi-award-winning approach to youth-led participatory grant-making. By 2024, our goal is to grant $1M annually to charities decided by 40,000 engaged and empowered youth, and to connect 350,000 Canadians each year around caring for social causes in their communities.
Our strategic priorities for 2019-2024
PHILANTHROPY
Increase funding, diversify revenue sources, and build a sustainable YPI granting model.
EDUCATION
Deepen YPI's impact on youth and schools. Expand enrolment to new communities.
CHARITIES
Increase YPI's value for participating charities. Leverage YPI for lasting community impact.
Get Involved!
Apply or Nominate a School
Sign up to bring the YPI Program to your school.
Support Our Work
Find out how you can help YPI Canada to grow compassionate communities.
See the Charities Youth Advocate for
Take a look at some of the many charities our YPI participants have empowered with their grants.