Funding Opportunities for Clubs and LOCs
Community Gaming Grants support eligible not-for-profit organizations that deliver community programs that benefit the citizens of British Columbia. Sport specific grants are for organizations that deliver community-based youth and/ or amateur sports programs for organized, competitive physical activities.
Grant amount:
– Local organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
Timeline: Spring/Summer
More information available here
The BC Amateur Sport Fund, formerly known as the National Sport Trust Fund, is a philanthropic gift-giving program to support sport programs to benefit current and future generations. Administered by Sport BC, the BC Amateur Sport Fund is the BC chapter of the Canadian Council of Provincial & Territorial Sport Federations (“CCPTSF”). Canadian sport organizations can raise funds for specific causes that will promote the development of amateur sport in Canada while providing tax-deductible receipts for those who donate. The organizations that have registered projects are responsible for both the fundraising and the expenditures related to the funds raised. The CCPTSF partners with the amateur sport federation in each Canadian jurisdiction to achieve its objectives.
More information available here.
viaSport grants are available to organizations and coaches. Check regularly to ensure you don’t miss out on opportunities.
Grant Amount: Varies
Timeline: Varies
More information available here
Walmart provides grants for specific community projects on a quarterly basis to support the betterment of communities across Canada.
Community Grant
Grant Amount: up to $1000
Timeline: Ongoing
More information available here
Co-op awards $2 million to projects across Western Canada every year. The program helps build places for everyone to come together to meet, play and share.
Grant amount: between $25,000 and $150,000 in capital funding
Timeline: Winter/Spring
More information available here
The B.C. Multiculturalism Grants program helps organizations work to improve cultural interactions, reduce barriers and remove discrimination to create a more inclusive province.
Grant amount: up to $5,000.
Timeline: Fall.
More information available here
The BC Interior Community Foundation supports community-based programs in the areas of Arts & Culture, Health & Welfare, Sports & Recreation, and other charitable activities. Granting is available to the residents of the Thompson, Nicola, and South Cariboo region and within the communities of Lillooet, Lytton, Clinton, 70 Mile House, Ashcroft, Cache Creek, Kamloops, Clearwater, Barriere, Chase, Logan Lake and Merritt.
Grant amount: no more than 1/3 of the total project cost.
Timeline: April 1 and October 1.
More information available here
The KPMG Foundation acts as a catalyst in the mobilization of KPMG and its people in giving to their communities. More than providing an avenue for giving, the Foundation helps drive KPMG’s mission to be a socially-responsible and civic-minded organization and promotes a culture in which our people thrive personally and professionally.
Grant amount: Not specified.
Timeline: ongoing.
More information available here
The Interior Savings Community Investment Fund provides seed money or one-time financial support to help launch sustainable programs that empower people in our communities with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to achieve their potential. Eligible projects must have a far-reaching, positive impact on the community and a plan to be self-sustainable.
Grant amount: between $3,000 and $15,000
Timeline: March 30 and September 30
More information available here
The goal of this grant is to provide support for youth to effectively participate and develop necessary skills through sports and recreational activities. The Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation believes that youth develop leadership and teamwork skills through participation in team sports and community-based activities. Taking part in organized activities and special events allows individuals to feel like they have a greater role in their own communities. Youth are valuable contributors to our communities and The Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation would like to help develop that talent.
Grant amount: not specified.
Timeline: January 31 and July 31.
More information available here
The Province of BC continues to invest and fund event hosting through the Hosting BC grant program to facilitate economic and community development brought forth through notable sporting events.
Grant Amount: Up to 35,000
Timeline: Every four months
More information available here
The Vancouver Sport Hosting grant provides financial support for sporting events that have the potential to bring direct or indirect economic, social, health, and community development benefits to Vancouver.
Funding Opportunities for Travel
Grant Amount: Up to $10,000
Timeline: ongoing
More information available here
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Through the BC Ferries Sport Experience Program, BC Ferries and viaSport provide travel support to eligible not-for-profit sport organizations and athletes. Vouchers may be used by athletes traveling to compete in international events, national championships, western Canadian championships, provincial championships or selection camps hosted in British Columbia and for coaches and officials travelling to a recognized certification or professional development opportunity.
Timeline: At least 12 days before the first day of travel.
More information available here
The Canadian Paralympic Committee supports the development of Para sport programming through the Para Sport Development Fund.
Grant Amount: $5,000, $10,0000 or $15,000 grants available Timeline: January of each year More information available here
Funding Opportunities for Coaches
viaSport grants are available to organizations and coaches. Check regularly to ensure you don’t miss out on opportunities.
Grant Amount: Varies
Timeline: Varies
More information available here
The Jack Nicholson Coaching Bursary has been created by Rowing Canada Aviron and Jack’s family to acknowledge his immense contributions. This year $1,000 will be presented to the recipient(s) who best demonstrate(s) Jack’s commitment, intuition and passion for coaching. Candidates should be seeking funding support to pursue their own goals related to improving their coaching skills through coaching certification, conference participation and mentoring or apprentice opportunities.
Grant Amount: $1,000.
Timeline: Fall
More information through Rowing Canada Aviron
Funding Opportunities for Participants
The B.C. Government also provides funding to KidSport BC a program which offers assistance to families of children in need to help kids participate in local activities they otherwise could not afford to participate in.
Grant Amount: $150-$400
Timeline: Ongoing
More information available here
The Jumpstart Program provides individual child funding as financial assistance to families to help get kids into sport.
Grant Amount: Up to $300 per sport or physical activity
Timeline: Must apply before program starts.
More Information: HERE
Canadian Sport Institute recognizes the need for financial aid to support the competitive needs of amateur athletes in British Columbia. The intent of the Canadian Sport Institute Athlete Travel Grant is to provide provincially and nationally targeted athletes with travel assistance towards their participation in national and international competitions.
Timeline: Fall and Spring
More information available here
Canadian Sport Institute recognizes the need for financial aid to support the competitive needs of amateur athletes in British Columbia. Grants are awarded to BC athletes registered with Canadian Sport Institute Victoria Campus at the Canadian Development or Provincial Development service level.
Timeline: Fall and Spring
Grant Amount: $500
More information available here
This award is provided annually to an athlete who best emulates Tony’s character and determination.
Amount: $2000
Timeline: Applications are open in the fall in conjunction with Rowing Canada Aviron Awards nominations.
More information can be found through Rowing Canada Aviron