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Sports for Kids Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Sports for Kids Grant Funds up to 20000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Sports for Kids Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Sports for Kids Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Sports for Kids Grant?

Sports for Kids Grant is funded by Vancouver Fire Fighters' Charitable Society

Q: Who is eligible for the Sports for Kids Grant program?

To be eligible for the Sports for Kids Grant program, you must: • Vancouver-based non-profit • Inclusive sport for ages 0–19 • Supports financial hardship or disabilities

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Sports for Kids Grant?

You can contact Vancouver Fire Fighters' Charitable Society.

Q: Where is the Sports for Kids Grant available?

The Sports for Kids Grant program is available the province of British Columbia.

Last Update: February 3, 2026

Vancouver, BC

Supports inclusive youth sport participation in Vancouver

Grant and Funding

Vancouver Fire Fighters' Charitable Society

At a glance

Overview

Eligible projects

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

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Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Minimum amount : 500 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 30, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Vancouver

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
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Children & youth
Young adults
People with disabilities
Low-income individuals / families

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local

Overview

This program funds inclusive sport opportunities for Vancouver youth aged 0–19. Awards vary by need up to $20,000 and can support facility updates, specialized equipment, and special projects.

Activities funded

Initiatives that expand inclusive sport participation for children and youth aged 0–19.
Projects that reduce barriers to sport access for participants facing financial hardship.
Projects that improve inclusion for participants with physical and/or cognitive differences.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 19,500

Adaptive sports equipment library and fee subsidies for inclusive youth programs

$ 19,850

Accessible change-room upgrades and sensory-friendly space for youth sport

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The applicant must be a local non-profit organization in Vancouver.
The organization must offer inclusive sport opportunities for children and young adults aged 0–19.
The initiative must support participants facing financial hardship and/or physical or cognitive differences.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations based in Vancouver offering sport programs for children and youth

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Facility renovations or updates
Specialized equipment
Costs related to special projects

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Vancouver

Selection criteria

Processing and Agreement

For the winter intake, successful applicants are announced on December 8.

Additional information

Minimum award is $500 and maximum award is $20,000.
For the winter intake, successful applicants are announced on December 8.
Funding amount varies based on need.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Sports for Kids Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sports for Kids Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.