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CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program
Supports Hamilton sport and active living projects
Funding available
$ 45,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Hamilton, Milton, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Organizations applying to the Sport & Active Lifestyles Program streams
See full eligibility
Overview
The CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program supports organizations in Hamilton that help residents enjoy and actively participate in sport. Funding is available for strategic planning, promotion, capacity building, inclusion, accessibility, active living, and multi-sport hosting activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Hamilton, Milton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development, education and/or implementation of a strategic plan or project aligned with the Long-term Athlete/Player Development model
- Promotion of sport programs with high merit and strong impact
- Capacity building strategies, succession planning, and professional development initiatives
- Projects that engage marginalized populations through sport
- Hosting Multi-Sport competitions, tournaments, and larger events
Documents Needed
- Board of Directors list
- Financial Statements
- Program budget
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations applying to the Sport & Active Lifestyles Program streams
- Organizations applying to the City Enrichment Fund through the Survey Monkey Apply online platform
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that have outstanding City Enrichment Fund Final Reports or other requested follow up material are ineligible for subsequent funding.
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees paid to outside professionals for expertise
- Project-specific promotional materials
- Administrative support and supplies
- Facility rental fees
- Staffing, materials and equipment, training, certification, translation costs, and operating expenses depending on the stream
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Trade shows, trade fairs and conferences
- Events or celebrations
- Creation of new website and refreshing it with new marketing material
- Hardware such as laptop, printer, tablet
- Insurance
Selection criteria
- Program merit accounts for 45% of the assessment
- Community impact accounts for 35% of the assessment
- Organizational capacity accounts for 20% of the assessment
- Assessment considers good use of public funds
How to apply
- Read the City Enrichment Fund Program Guidelines and the Sport & Active Lifestyles Program Handbook.
- Use the Application Details section of the handbook when writing the application.
- Attend an optional workshop led by program staff.
- Create an applicant profile and submit the application online at https://cityofhamilton.smapply.io/.
- Complete all sections of the application online.
- Upload all documents using the checklist to confirm all attachments have been submitted.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications that receive a passing score above 60 are presented to the City of Hamilton Grants Sub-Committee for review and approval.
- Successful applicants receive confirmation of funding by email, including instructions to receive funding and a timeline for release of funds.
- CEF funding must be used in the same year that it is awarded.
- Approved grant amounts may be less than the maximum or requested amount.
- The Final Report must be completed and submitted to CEF staff by February 1st of the following year.
Additional information
- There are seven streams in the Sport & Active Lifestyles Program Area.
- An organization can only apply to a particular stream one time, regardless of how many different projects they may have.
- An organization may apply to multiple streams as long as the applications are for different projects.
- Successful applicants must acknowledge the City of Hamilton’s support through CEF in program materials and promotion.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- CEF Agriculture ProgramFunding for agriculture community initiatives
- CEF Appeals ProcessAppeals review for City Enrichment Fund applicants
- CEF Arts ProgramSupports Hamilton arts organizations and artists
- CEF Communities, Culture & Heritage ProgramCultural funding for Hamilton organizations
- CEF Community Services ProgramSupports human services and community capacity
- CEF Digital Program – Digital Equity Initiatives StreamSupports digital equity and inclusion initiatives
- CEF Environment ProgramFunds environmental initiatives in Hamilton
Frequently Asked Questions about the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program Program
What is the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program?
The CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program supports organizations in Hamilton that help residents enjoy and actively participate in sport. Funding is available for strategic planning, promotion, capacity building, inclusion, accessibility, active living, and multi-sport hosting activities.
How much funding can be received?
CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $45,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program program?
To be eligible for the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program program, you must:
The project must fit one of the seven Sport & Active Lifestyles streams.
The request must include additional funding or revenue sources.
An organization can only apply to a particular stream one time.
What expenses are eligible under CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program?
Development, education and/or implementation of a strategic plan or project aligned with the Long-term Athlete/Player Development model
Promotion of sport programs with high merit and strong impact
Capacity building strategies, succession planning, and professional development initiatives
Projects that engage marginalized populations through sport
Hosting Multi-Sport competitions, tournaments, and larger events
Who can I contact for more information about the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program?
You can contact City of Hamilton by email at grant.coordinator@hamilton.ca or by phone at 289-260-8119.
Where is the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program available?
The CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CEF Sport & Active Lifestyles Program is a Grant and Funding