I·SPARC RISE Organizational Grants tackles obstacles facing Indigenous Youth

Traditional Territory of the Cowichan peoples / DUNCAN – Grants are available for indigenous youth looking to get involved in physical activity and sport but may face challenges preventing them. Obstacles that are either financial or simply from a lack of organized opportunities.

In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is open for applications with the RISE Organizational Grants.

The Grant was made to provide support for communities and not-for-profit organizations trying to get more youth involved in sports, physical activity, recreation, and cultural activities for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Children and Youth in Care (CYIC.)

It’s been created to tackle the adversity that often comes with trying to get everyone participating.

Organizations are eligible to apply for a grant up to $10,000.

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Examples of eligible organizations are, but not limited to First Nations/Bands, Métis Chartered Communities, Aboriginal Friendship Centres, or other community organizations.

Not-for-profit clubs and associations that directly deliver organized sport, physical activity, recreation, or cultural programs in their community are also eligible.

Municipalities, recreation centers, Schools (K-12) will also be considered.

I·SPARC will only approve one application per organization per year and does not provide multi-year funding.

Grant applications will only be accepted online and must be fully completed including the submission of a program budget and program plan. Applications will be assessed based on the anticipated use of funds, the ability to complete the program and meet its goals and objectives, and show a commitment to increase opportunities for children/youth in Care.

Anyone applying must provide evidence that the program is not solely dependent on RISE Grant funding to deliver the program. They must also demonstrate longer term sustainability of the program and community impact.

The deadline to submit applications is Friday, February 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (PST).

To find out more about the RISE Grant for Organizations, visit https://isparc.ca/grants-recognition/rise-grants-organizations/

Online Application Form: https://isparc.grantplatform.com/

For any questions on the program or to seek assistance with your application, please contact:

Lena Russ, RISE Grant Manager
risegrant@isparc.ca