Grant and Funding Programs Offered by 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
A registered non-profit organization founded in 2012 by double lung transplant recipients, dedicated to raising awareness for organ and tissue donation and providing support to transplant recipients. Offers financial assistance programs, affordable housing partnerships, and mentorship programs for recipients in Alberta. View 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society's website for more information.
Content last updated: March 24, 2026
About 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society
What is the mission of 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society?
To raise awareness for the importance of organ and tissue donation and provide support to transplant recipients going through their second chance at life.
What type of organization is 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society?
2nd Chance Trail Ride Society is a Non-profit organization.
When was 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society founded?
2nd Chance Trail Ride Society was founded in 2012.
What is 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society's official website?
2nd Chance Trail Ride Society's official website is https://secondchancetrailride.ca/.
What else should I know about 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society?
Role in the Funding Ecosystem
The 2nd Chance Trail Ride Society is a charitable organization that provides direct financial support to organ and tissue transplant recipients in Alberta. Working closely with the University of Alberta Hospital Transplant Teams, the organization disburses funds through its Financial Assistance Program to help offset living costs for out-of-town patients who must remain in Edmonton before, during, and after surgery.
General Evaluation Criteria for Applications
Financial assistance is provided directly through social workers at the University of Alberta Hospital Transplant Teams. Recipients must be transplant patients undergoing treatment at the hospital, and assistance is tailored to individual needs for parking, food, and gas expenses.
Transparency, Governance, and Accountability
As a registered charity, the organization can issue charitable donation tax receipts for donations over $50. The society is governed by a Board of Directors and maintains partnerships with established foundations including GoodHearts Foundation and the University Hospital Foundation.
History and Evolution of the Organization
Founded in 2012 by five double lung transplant recipients, the organization has grown from hosting its first trail ride that raised over $20,000 to becoming a significant support network for transplant recipients across Western Canada. Annual fundraising now averages $70,000, with over 30 recipients receiving $1,000 each year since the organization's inception.
Supported Audiences and Overall Impact
The organization supports transplant recipients and their families, primarily those receiving treatment at the University of Alberta Hospital which serves western provinces and territories. Programs include financial assistance, affordable housing through GoodHearts Foundation (with $215,000 donated to date), mentorship from transplant recipients, and public education initiatives.
Institutional Partnerships and Networks
Key partners include GoodHearts Foundation, University Hospital Foundation, Canadian Transplant Association, Breathing Space, and the Alberta Organ and Tissue Donation Registry. The organization collaborates with social workers within the University of Alberta Hospital Transplant Teams.