The Individual Call for Applications is closed.
We aim to provide funding decisions early October 2025.
The next call for Individual Applications will be available in April 2026.

Future Generations Foundation Receives Renewed Commitment from lululemon to Support First Nations Learners and Communities

The Future Generations Foundation (FG Foundation) is proud to share that the lululemon Centre for Social Impact has renewed its support for First Nations learners and communities. This continued partnership strengthens access to education, cultural learning, and wellness initiatives across Turtle Island. With a shared commitment to removing barriers and advancing holistic wellbeing, lululemon’s contribution supports FG Foundation’s mission to invest in culturally grounded, community-driven solutions for Indigenous peoples.

Suncor Energy Foundation Donates $250,000 to Support First Nations Education, Culture, and Wellbeing through the Future Generations Foundation

The Future Generations Foundation is pleased to announce a $250,000 donation from the Suncor Energy Foundation, supporting shared efforts to increase access to education, cultural learning, and community wellbeing for First Nations. This contribution will enhance FG Foundation’s ability to provide grants to individuals and communities, advancing healing, language and cultural revitalization, and sustainable, community-led solutions. The partnership reflects a shared long-term commitment to addressing systemic barriers and supporting meaningful opportunities that align with First Nations strengths, values, and priorities across Turtle Island.

FG Foundation Grants $12.2 Million to 105 Organizations

The Future Generations Foundation (FG Foundation) is pleased to announce its 2025-2026 organization funding decisions. This year, the Board of Trustees has approved $12.2 million to support 105 organizations. This includes $11.1 Million from the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement and $1.07 Million from our partners and donors.

Continuing our Journey

NIB Trust Fund provides resources to create opportunities that improve the quality of life for First Nations and Métis in Canada. These are some of our stories.

Emily Eckloff, an intergenerational survivor from Waywayseecappo First Nation in Manitoba, is forging new paths in Indigenous education and environmental science. Supported by the FG Foundation scholarship, she is studying Indigenous Environmental Studies and Science at Trent University to help address critical environmental issues impacting Indigenous communities.

Emily Eckloff

Kimberly Kennedy’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and commitment to community well-being. A mother of two and a member of the Red Rock Indian Band, Kimberly has faced financial hardships while ensuring her children receive the mental health support they need. Despite these challenges, she remains focused on her education and future goals.

Kimberly Kennedy

The Northern Village of Beauval, led by a fully Indigenous leadership team, is dedicated to preserving its cultural heritage and promoting language revitalization through the Culture, Language and Sport Project. This initiative focuses on residential and intergenerational survivors, fostering community and a strong sense of identity among the village's 685 residents, which include Métis and members of the Canoe Lake First Nation. The project prioritizes inclusivity, encouraging all community members, including Elders, to engage in cultural and language activities.

Northern Village of Beauval

Damien Rodriquez, a proud Moose Cree First Nation member and intergenerational survivor, is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at Dalhousie University with support from the FG Foundation bursary. A single father and passionate advocate for social justice, Damien is working toward a career in social work to serve Indigenous communities.

Damien Rodriquez

Bronwyn Aubry, an intergenerational survivor from Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ First Nation in the Northwest Territories, is pursuing an Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Ottawa. She aspires to further her medical studies, aiming to become a nurse practitioner, physician, or pediatrician to provide culturally informed care to Indigenous communities.

Bronwyn Aubry

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