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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
This program supports emerging Quebec athletes through business donations or sponsorships. Funding can be used to back a selected athlete, with sponsorship options starting at $2,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Financial support for an emerging athlete.
- Donation to the program.
- Sponsorship of a chosen athlete.
Documents Needed
- Completed interest form
- Respondent’s name
- Company name, if applicable
- Email address
- Postal address
- Phone number
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Individuals
- Companies
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the interest form once the athlete has confirmed sponsors.
- The organization will contact applicants shortly afterward.
- The sponsorship agreement is then finalized with the Club and/or the athlete.
- Processing times may vary depending on application volume.
Additional information
- Support can be provided as a donation to the program or as sponsorship for a chosen athlete.
- The sponsorship agreement is tripartite: the Club, the partner, and the athlete.
- No tax receipt is issued for sponsorship; an invoice is provided instead.
- Administrative fees of 10% apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Athletes first Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Athletes first. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Athletes first?
This program supports emerging Quebec athletes through business donations or sponsorships. Funding can be used to back a selected athlete, with sponsorship options starting at $2,000.
How much funding can be received?
Athletes first Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Athletes first program?
To be eligible for the Athletes first program, you must:
Businesses, companies, or individuals.
Support for an identified athlete.
Interest form completed after sponsor confirmation.
What expenses are eligible under Athletes first?
Financial support for an emerging athlete.
Donation to the program.
Sponsorship of a chosen athlete.
Who can I contact for more information about the Athletes first?
You can contact Fondation Athos by email at info@clubmedailledor.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Athletes first available?
The Athletes first program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Athletes first a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Athletes first is a Partnering and Collaboration