KidsFUNd
The KidsFUNd community grant program supports children ages 3 to 18 years by providing funding to participate in Saanich recreation programs. When our community supports KidsFUNd, more kids stay healthy, engage socially, and have FUN!
Funded by public donations, KidsFUNd helps low-income residents participate in camps, lessons, social activities, and more.
Created in partnership with The Saanich Legacy Foundation, KidsFUNd is administered by Saanich Community Services. KidsFUNd grants can be used towards fees for Saanich Recreation services only.
How to apply:
- Fill out the KidsFUNd application
- Return the completed form to our Community Services financial assistance programmer, financialassistance@saanich.ca
⭐ HOW TO SUPPORT
Be a community hero – give the gift of participation! Your donation helps kids and families in Saanich access important programs where children make friends, develop skills and create memories for life.
| To donate, contact the Community Services financial assistance programmer directly at financialassistance@saanich.ca. |
reCREATE Grant
The reCREATE community grant supports older adults ages 60+ in Saanich by providing funding to access recreation opportunities. reCREATE helps adults 60+ stay connected and active, continue learning, and maintain crucial social connections.
Funded by public donations, reCREATE supports low-income residents and helps reduce financial barriers to promote active living and social connections. For many older adults, these grants can make the difference between joining in and sitting out.
Created in partnership with The Saanich Legacy Foundation, reCREATE is administered by Saanich Community Services. reCREATE grants can be used towards fees for Saanich Recreation services only.
Note: reCREATE’s guideline for low-income is the same as the L.I.F.E. program. These threshold limits can be found at: www.saanich.ca/LIFE. If a client is over these limits, they may still be eligible if they can provide proof of their financial need through an adjudicator and their financial necessities outweigh income (i.e. high medical expenses, relocation, rehabilitation and surgery recovery, etc.) As funds are limited, not all applicants may receive funding.
How to apply:
- Fill out the reCREATE application
- Return the completed form to our Community Services financial assistance programmer, financialassistance@saanich.ca or fax to: 250-475-5411
⭐ HOW TO SUPPORT
Be a community hero – give the gift of participation! Your donation helps foster an active and connected older adult community.
| To donate, contact the Community Services financial assistance programmer directly at financialassistance@saanich.ca. |
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program
Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charitable program with the goal of allowing all kids a chance to recreate and connect with their communities. This program helps kids (ages 4 to 18) with socioeconomic barriers participate in organized sport and recreation by providing funding for registration and equipment.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart has recently changed its grant process. Parents and/or guardians are now required to apply directly to Canadian Tire Jumpstart with verifying documentation. To learn about the process and to apply, visit jumpstart.canadiantire.ca.
Once approved, email your confirmation letter to financialassistance@saanich.ca and indicate which activity or membership you would like the grant money to be applied to. Please note as processing times may vary and space is limited in registered activities, families are encouraged to apply for Jumpstart funding without delay.