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Local Community Support - Donations and Sponsorships
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Canada
Support for community sport and active living initiatives
Grant and Funding
Overview
Maximum funding is not specified and support is provided through donations or sponsorships for Canadian initiatives that promote healthy, active living, including physical activity, sport, and outdoor living. Sponsorship proposals may cover opportunities aligned with brand marketing objectives, while donation requests support unique programs aligned with Jumpstart Charities’ objectives.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Develop strategic partnerships
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- Community initiatives that promote healthy, active living
- Programs encouraging participation in physical activity and sport
- Initiatives supporting outdoor living
- Unique programs that assist Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ objectives
- Sponsorship opportunities aligned with brand marketing objectives (e.g., Olympics/amateur sports, hockey, accessibility programs)
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 25,000
Inclusive multisport sessions with adaptive equipment for barrier-free youth participation
$ 18,000
Community hockey clinics with loaner gear and accessibility supports for youth
Documents Needed
- Detailed overview of the sponsorship opportunity
- Itemized request
- Evidence of alignment with CTC brand objectives and values
- Target market and key demographics
- Available media channels (and other relevant information)
Eligibility
- The organization must offer programs delivered within Canada.
- The request should support initiatives that promote healthy, active living.
- Donation requests should demonstrate unique programs aligned with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ objectives.
- Sponsorship proposals should demonstrate alignment with Canadian Tire Corporation brand marketing objectives and values.
Who is eligible?
- Organizations delivering community programs in Canada
- Organizations seeking donations for programs aligned with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ objectives
- Organizations seeking sponsorships aligned with Canadian Tire Corporation brand marketing objectives
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with programs not offered within Canada
Eligible expenses
- Itemized sponsorship request costs (as presented in the proposal)
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Canadian Tire Corporation brand marketing objectives and values (sponsorships).
- Uniqueness and innovation of the sponsorship opportunity (sponsorships).
- Alignment with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ objectives (donations).
How to apply
Step 1: Prepare your proposal or outline
- Draft a detailed overview of the sponsorship opportunity or program.
- Include an itemized request.
- Document alignment with brand objectives and values (for sponsorships) or Jumpstart Charities’ objectives (for donations).
- For sponsorships, add target market, key demographics, media channels, and other relevant information.
- Speak with your Canadian Tire Dealer, Sport Chek, or Mark’s store manager.
- Present an outline of your project or event.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed confidentially.
- Submissions are processed within 30 days.
Additional information
- Proposals are reviewed confidentially.
- Proposals are processed within 30 days of submission.
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