KidSportTM
KidSport is a children's charity. It is designed to provide financially disadvantaged children with the opportunity to participate in community sport programs – so all kids can play.

The facts are clear, more young people than ever before are faced with harsh financial realities. The barriers to simply playing and having fun are getting higher and higher. It is also clear that kids and amateur sport are a powerfully rewarding combination, producing great results. Results that last a lifetime and take so little to get started. You can help, so all kids can play.

All funds are used to help NWT children 18 and under reach their potential. KidSportTM clears the way for kids to get involved by providing support for registration fees, community programs, and by making sure they've got the equipment they need. The amount of funding available is based on fundraising initiatives and will vary from year to year.  Money is raised through contributions by the corporate sector, as well as through special activities and events, in order to help pay for programs and offset registration fees so that all children can play.

SPONSOR

SUPPORTERS

Mackenzie Recreation Association
RBC Financial Group
Arthur Inch

KidSportTM guidelines:

  • Only youth 18 years and younger will be considered for financial support;
  • A participant may not receive more than $300 in a calendar year;
  • Activities eligible for funding: sport registration fees, equipment for individuals, travel to development camps/clinics;
  • Activities not eligible for funding: travel to competitions and selection camps;
  • Teams, associations or schools seeking equipment should contact the Sport North office about our used equipment program.
  • Preference is given to participants who are being introduced into organized sport;
  • Applications must be submitted 30 days before the start date of the activity;
  • Applications must be supported by an adult endorser;
  • Applications will be accepted on a first come-first served basis;
  • KidSportTM will allocate funds throughout the calendar year;
  • KidSportTM issues funds directly to an organization, association or school on behalf of the recipient;
  • Any unused funds must be returned to the KidSport Fund™;
  • Recipient or adult endorser is required to submit a letter, 30 days after the event/activity is completed, outlining how the event/activity went.

If you know a child that requires financial assistance, contact KidSportTM NWT at 1-800-667-0797 or locally contact Town of Hay River Recreation Director at 874-6522.