Food Security 2026 Fort Erie IYCFF First Nation

Youth Wellness Leadership: Building Bundles of Belonging

Youth Wellness Leadership: Building Bundles of Belonging is a youth-led project created by students in the Courage to Soar classroom at the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre.

Organization Name: Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre
Amount Rewarded: $30,000
Youth Wellness Leadership: Building Bundles of Belonging is a youth-led project created by students in the Courage to Soar classroom at the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre. Youth will participate in land-based learning, cultural teachings, gardening, and traditional food preparation with Elders and mentors. The project will end with a youth-led showcase and food drive where students share their learning and collect food for the Friendship Centre food pantry.