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KidSport Canada - General Funding
Support for kids’ sport registration costs
Offered by
Funding available
$ 600
Deadline
Closed
Location
Parksville, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
KidSport supports children aged 18 and under who face financial barriers to participate in organized sport through local chapters and provincial funds in Canada. It helps cover sport registration fees so kids can play a season of sport.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Parksville, Qualicum Beach
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in registered organized sport programs.
- Participation in a season of sport.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families with children aged 18 and under.
- Parent or guardian applicants applying on behalf of a child.
Who is not eligible
- Children over 18 years old.
Eligible expenses
- Sport registration fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel and competitions.
- Transportation.
- Tournament fees.
- Camps.
- Fundraising, championships, and dance.
How to apply
- Find the local chapter that covers the community, or use the Provincial Fund if there is no local chapter.
- Register the child in the sport program and let the organization know about KidSport funding.
- Apply online or use the paper application form.
- Complete all sections of the application.
- Submit paper applications by mail or e-mail when applicable.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- If approved, grant funds are sent directly to the sport program, club, or school.
- Applicants are notified of the application result.
Additional information
- If your community does not have a local chapter, you can still apply through the Provincial Fund.
Frequently Asked Questions about the KidSport Canada - General Funding Program
What is the KidSport Canada - General Funding?
KidSport supports children aged 18 and under who face financial barriers to participate in organized sport through local chapters and provincial funds in Canada. It helps cover sport registration fees so kids can play a season of sport.
How much funding can be received?
KidSport Canada - General Funding Funds up to $600 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the KidSport Canada - General Funding program?
To be eligible for the KidSport Canada - General Funding program, you must:
The child must be 18 or under.
The family must face financial barriers.
The child must be registered in an eligible sport program.
What expenses are eligible under KidSport Canada - General Funding?
Participation in registered organized sport programs.
Participation in a season of sport.
Where is the KidSport Canada - General Funding available?
The KidSport Canada - General Funding program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the KidSport Canada - General Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
KidSport Canada - General Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the KidSport Canada - General Funding?
KidSport Canada - General Funding is funded by KidSport Canada