NetNewsLedger - $130-Million Fellowship Program to Support More Than 1,000 Indigenous Youth Leaders

Published on September 17, 2026
Mastercard Foundation is committing $130 million over 10 years to support more than 1,000 First Nations, Inuit and Metis youth leaders through mentorship, coaching and individual funding
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