Empowering Tomorrow’s Changemakers

At A Million Acts of Love, we believe that young people are powerful agents of change. Lexi and Felix showed us that some of the most impactful leaders come in the smallest packages. Children often have the vision and passion to make a difference, but they may lack the resources to turn their ideas into reality.

What We Offer: Grants from $100 to $1,000 are available to support young changemakers. Whether it's a local project to improve the community or a global initiative to tackle bigger issues, we’re here to provide the financial support needed to make it happen.

Who’s Eligible:

We accept applications in three age streams:

Child Changemakers (ages 6–12)

An adult is expected to support the project, but the idea and purpose must come from the child.

Youth Changemakers (ages 13–18)

Leadership is expected to be primarily independent, with optional adult guidance.

Young Adult Changemakers (ages 19–30)

Applicants are given greater autonomy and are held to higher expectations in planning, clarity and measurable impact.

What We're Looking For:

We fund youth-led projects that create real positive change in the world. A strong application will show:

✅ The Project

Makes a meaningful difference for people, community, animals, or the planet
Has a clear plan (what you’ll do, who it helps, and how the money will be used)
Has potential to continue, grow, or inspire others
Priority is given to new ideas or first time projects

✅ The Changemaker

You are the one leading the project (not an adult or organization doing it for you)
You are willing to share your story so it can inspire others

✅ Why You Need the Grant
We prioritize youth who could not do this project without support — because of limited funding, access, or resources.

How to Apply:

Young Changemakers: Apply for a grant by sharing your idea with us. We’ll review your project and consider how we can help make it a reality. Applications are reviewed in two intakes each year: Winter Intake: December 16 and Spring Intake: May 15. But don’t wait—we accept applications on a rolling basis and early submissions may be fast-tracked through special sponsorship opportunities, such as being matched with a local business or organization that can help make your project happen outside the regular intakes.

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Changemaker Program

Turn what you care about into real-world impact.

Do what you love. Make an impact. Get credit for it.

The A Million Acts of Love Changemaker Program is a free virtual program for people ages 13 to 30 across Canada who want to make a difference, build real-world experience or bring an idea to life.

Volunteer with a cause you care about, turn your interests into your own Changemaker Project or get recognition for work you’re already doing. Along the way, you can build leadership experience, grow your network, create a portfolio of your impact and access mentorship, funding and other opportunities.

✅ Gain volunteer experience or choose the project stream and turn your interests into impact and credit

✅ Use your interests, skills and passions to make an impact

✅ Build a portfolio you can use for scholarships, university applications and employment

✅ Access microgrants to make your impact even bigger

Eligible participants who complete 100 verified service hours through the A Million Acts of Love Changemaker Program may apply for A Million Acts of Love micro-grants and, where applicable, for select travel subsidies and related benefits administered through GLOCAL’s National Youth Service Network framework.

Virtual youth program offering scholarships and career opportunities across Canada.

Time Commitment

The program is flexible, self directed and designed to fit around school, work and other commitments. Participants complete up to 100 hours at their own pace.

First 30 Hours

Getting started

This includes completing the intake form, orientation, program materials, check ins, tracking your hours and sharing feedback as part of the pilot cohort.

Remaining 70 Hours

Flexible and personalized

The rest of your hours can come from:

• launching your own project
• volunteering in your school or community
• leadership roles
• tutoring or mentoring
• learning, planning, researching, creating and contributing

• activities and events that are part of A Million Acts of Love programming

Funding and Opportunities

Participants registered in the Changemaker Program may be eligible to apply for A Million Acts of Love micro grants.

School Credit

High school students in participating schools in Canada may use the Changemaker Program to earn Grade 12 credit, subject to school approval.