About the Future Generations Foundation

Established in 1975, the Future Generations Foundation (FG Foundation) is Canada’s largest First Nations–led non-governmental funder, dedicated to strengthening the prosperity of First Nations through connection to way of life, language, and culture — now and for future generations. We provide flexible grant funding that supports education, cultural revitalization, healing, and community development across Turtle Island.

As stewards of the residual funds from the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement (IRSSA), our mission is to ensure these resources are distributed equitably and used to create lasting benefits for First Nations individuals and communities.

We invest in initiatives that advance education, employment training, trades programs, post-secondary studies, and cultural knowledge-sharing, including traditional crafts and land-based learning. We also fund healing and reconciliation projects that address the enduring impacts of the residential school system and strengthen language, culture, and community well-being.

Since assuming stewardship of the IRSSA funds, we have supported over 150,000 Survivors and descendants, distributing more than $130 million to 910 organizations and 10,600+ First Nation and Métis individuals.

Our Programs 

Organizations

We fund community-driven projects that strengthen language and culture, promote healing and reconciliation, enhance education and employment, and nurture youth and family connections.

Individuals

We provide direct funding for education, professional development, and cultural learning—helping First Nations individuals pursue their goals while reconnecting with land, language, and traditional knowledge.

Continuing Their Journey (CTJ)

Created in response to the recovery of unmarked burial grounds at former Residential School sites, CTJ supports Survivor- and community-led healing, research, memorialization, and ceremony.