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School’s Out Summer
Supports inclusive summer programming for underserved children
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Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $50,000 for summer programs serving children aged 6 to 12 who face barriers to participation. Supports activities that promote social-emotional development, connectedness, learning, health, community service, and family engagement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Optimize production processes
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- 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
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer programming that supports social and emotional development.
- Activities that build connectedness with role models and consistent engagement.
- Experiences that develop interests, competencies, and life skills.
- Programming that supports health and well-being, including physical, mental, and nutritional aspects.
- Community service activities such as volunteering or neighbourhood cleanups.
Documents Needed
- Written program proposal
- Supporting documents
- Audio or video proposal for Stream two applicants as an alternative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations
- Registered and non-registered charitable agencies
- Non-profits and societies
- Indigenous-led organizations
- Land-based Nations, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the five core outcome domains.
- Inclusion of the three program priorities, including return-to-school readiness, family engagement, and mitigating learning loss.
- Clear family engagement component.
- Demonstration of support for the whole family unit in a community of care.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare proposal
- Use the Word document template to develop the application or proposal.
- Prepare the required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Choose submission format
- Stream one applicants prepare a written application.
- Stream two applicants may choose a written proposal or an audio or video recording proposal.
- Step 3: Submit application
- Submit the written application and supporting documents through the online Salesforce Portal.
- For Stream two, audio or video proposals can be submitted by email.
Additional information
- The program serves children aged 6 to 12 facing barriers to enriching summer programming.
- Priority populations include Indigenous, Black, racialized, newcomer, refugee, low-income, neurodiverse children, and children with physical disabilities.
- Programs are intended to help children return to the classroom in September and reduce learning loss.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the School’s Out Summer Program
What is the School’s Out Summer?
Provides up to $50,000 for summer programs serving children aged 6 to 12 who face barriers to participation. Supports activities that promote social-emotional development, connectedness, learning, health, community service, and family engagement.
How much funding can be received?
School’s Out Summer Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the School’s Out Summer program?
To be eligible for the School’s Out Summer program, you must:
Eligible organization type required
Program for children aged 6-12
Family engagement component required
What expenses are eligible under School’s Out Summer?
Summer programming that supports social and emotional development.
Activities that build connectedness with role models and consistent engagement.
Experiences that develop interests, competencies, and life skills.
Programming that supports health and well-being, including physical, mental, and nutritional aspects.
Community service activities such as volunteering or neighbourhood cleanups.
Who can I contact for more information about the School’s Out Summer?
You can contact United Way British Columbia (UWBC) by email at mayag@uwbc.ca.
Where is the School’s Out Summer available?
The School’s Out Summer program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the School’s Out Summer a grant, loan, or tax credit?
School’s Out Summer is a Grant and Funding