Individual Funding

Strengthening Education, Healing, and Cultural Learning Coast to Coast to Coast

The Future Generations Foundation (FG Foundation) supports First Nations individuals in pursuing education, healing, and cultural learning opportunities. Through our Individual Funding Program, we provide scholarships, training support, and cultural learning awards that nurture identity, strengthen skills, and foster connection to community and culture. Whether in classrooms, on the land, or within cultural spaces, this program helps individuals realize their aspirations while contributing to collective healing and resurgence.

What We Fund

We support a wide range of initiatives for First Nations applicants, including:

• Cultural learning and traditional teachings — such as language immersion, land-based learning, and participation in Elder-led workshops.
• Healing and wellness programs — focused on community connection and personal well-being.
• Post-secondary education — including certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral studies.
• Training and certification — from trades and technical skills to professional development courses.
• Capacity-building workshops — that develop leadership, life skills, or employment readiness.

If your activity builds knowledge, strengthens identity, or creates opportunities for personal growth, it may qualify for FG Foundation support.

Types of Individual Funding

When applying, you will be asked to choose the category that best fits your learning activity.

Cultural Learning for individuals pursuing non-institutional cultural or traditional knowledge activities.

Examples include:

• Learning a language or cultural practice from an Elder or expert
• Participating in ceremony or traditional skills training
• Developing land-based or craft-based knowledge, such as hunting, trapping, sewing, beading or hide preparation.

Training & Trades

Support for certificate programs and training delivered by institutions, such as:

• Trade schools and other recognized training programs (e.g. FNTI, NVIT, SAIT, NAIT, BCIT)
• Nechi Institute, Six Nations polytechnic, AFOA, and more.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for post-secondary studies at recognized colleges or universities, including undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs.

Who Can Apply

The Individual Funding Program is open to:

• First Nations individuals who are 18 years of age or older by December 31, 2026
• Applicants who have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Applicants who hold membership or status in a First Nation community in Canada

What You will Need to Apply

Before you begin your application, make sure you have:

• Proof of First Nation membership (e.g., a status card or community verification)
• Your Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Documentation related to your program, training, or learning activity (e.g., acceptance letter, description, or registration confirmation)
• A brief personal statement describing your goals, how the activity supports your education or healing journey, and the expected outcomes.
• A budget or cost breakdown (if applicable)

Only completed and submitted applications will be reviewed by the selection committee. Late applications will not be accepted.

How to Apply

Applications for individual funding are accepted during the annual Call for Applications period between April to June for activities taking place between August to September. Please note that the maximum funding amount for individuals is $20,000 per year, awarded amounts depend on financial need and fund availability.

You can apply online through the FG Foundation portal. Visit our Apply Now page to start your application or contact our team for support with eligibility or documentation questions.