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Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development
Recreation support for Whitehorse organizations
Funding available
$ 2,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Who can apply
Whitehorse-based registered non-profit organizations in good standing
See full eligibility
Overview
The Recreation Grant provides funding support to community organizations in Whitehorse, with approximately $200,000 per year available. It supports ongoing and new recreation projects, training and leadership development, and operational support such as equipment, infrastructure, and staff training.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Enhance an existing program
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Whitehorse
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Ongoing projects and initiatives that already exist and have been in existence for more than two years
- New projects and initiatives that address recreation opportunity gaps in the community and have the ability to be self-sustaining in the future
- Training and leadership development initiatives undertaken by organizations to optimize their program offerings and enhance recreational capacity in Whitehorse
- Operational support to help offset costs incurred by qualified organizations
Documents Needed
- Completed Grant Application – Form A
- Completed Budget – Form B
- Annual Operating Budget
- Financial Statements
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Whitehorse-based registered non-profit organizations in good standing
- Yukon-wide organizations if sufficient evidence is provided that the organization’s membership and activities are taking place within Whitehorse
- Joint applications are acceptable if the groups identify which group is responsible for finances and accountability
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are overdue on money or obligations owed to the City of Whitehorse
- Organizations that have been suspended or removed from using space due to improper use of a facility, recurring issues, or disciplinary action that has been taken by the City
- Grant applications are not accepted if there is an outstanding accountability statement of more than one year
Eligible expenses
- Equipment replacement, new equipment purchases, and materials and supplies specific to the project or initiative
- Costs associated with developing, renovating or retrofitting infrastructure for a new program, initiative, or activity
- Expenses associated with staff training to deliver a new project or initiative, including qualified instructors, travel, and training venue expenses
- Airfare, accommodation and meal costs for instructors; honoraria for instructors; course registration and certification costs for organizational staff and volunteers
- Primary utilities, program staff salaries that are critical to program delivery, general administration, minor repairs, and maintenance
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- City Facility fees
- Projects on personal land and events held outside of the City of Whitehorse
- Ongoing operations and maintenance, direct support to individual and/or elite athletes, fundraising events, and vehicle rentals
- Contract fees for instructors for a specific program and registration fees
- Office furniture and office equipment including computers/software, costumes, uniforms, trophies, medals, crests, and similar items that do not remain with the organization
Eligible geographic areas
- Whitehorse
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan guiding principles (3 points)
- Organization's contribution to the project or initiative (3 points)
- Quality of applicant accountability reporting (2 points)
- Previous use of Recreation Grant funds for ongoing projects, Category A only (1 point)
- Ability of a new initiative to address a recreation opportunity gap, Category B only (1 point)
How to apply
- Submit the completed application by the deadline; application intakes occur on March 15 and September 15.
- If applying to two categories, submit a separate application form for each category and do not combine multiple categories into a single application.
- Include the required attachments: Completed Grant Application – Form A, Completed Budget – Form B, Annual Operating Budget, and Financial Statements.
Processing and Agreement
- The Recreation department will undertake an initial review of applicants to assess baseline eligibility per the criteria outlined in the Recreation Grant Policy.
- Applications that proceed through this initial screening will then be summarized and standardized for presentation purposes prior to review and adjudication by a standing Task Force, and all applications, recommendations, and rationale of the Task Force remain confidential until City Council has adopted the recommendations via Council Resolution.
- The Task Force scores applications for each of the four funding categories using the scoring criteria provided.
- City Administration presents the recommended funding decisions to Council for final approval.
- Successful applicants will be expected to sign a funding Letter of Understanding to receive the funds, and applicant organizations are notified of the decision when the process is complete.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development Program
What is the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development?
The Recreation Grant provides funding support to community organizations in Whitehorse, with approximately $200,000 per year available. It supports ongoing and new recreation projects, training and leadership development, and operational support such as equipment, infrastructure, and staff training.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development program, you must:
Whitehorse-based registered non-profit organizations in good standing
Yukon-wide organizations with membership and activities in Whitehorse may also be considered
Joint applications are acceptable if one group handles finances and accountability
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development?
Ongoing projects and initiatives that already exist and have been in existence for more than two years
New projects and initiatives that address recreation opportunity gaps in the community and have the ability to be self-sustaining in the future
Training and leadership development initiatives undertaken by organizations to optimize their program offerings and enhance recreational capacity in Whitehorse
Operational support to help offset costs incurred by qualified organizations
Who can I contact for more information about the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development?
You can contact City of Whitehorse or by phone at 867-687-3492.
Where is the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development available?
The Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development is a Grant and Funding