Over 22 years ago, Craig, beloved Athletics4Kids co-founder, was enjoying dinner with one of his marathon-running friends, when he discovered that the waitress serving them was struggling to afford sports for her child; thus began a heartfelt journey to make a difference to as many kids as possible.

As a lifelong, multi-talented athlete, Craig had immersed himself in a huge variety of sports, starting with activities such as swimming and football, and later as an avid long-distance runner, golfer and pickleball player. Upon realizing that many children across BC were denied access to recreational sports due to financial barriers, he was determined to start Athletics4Kids (A4K). Craig poured his heart and soul into creating a support system for families in need.

In the early days of A4K, Craig would meet with his Board of Directors locally on the North Shore and carry out all administrative activities including issuing grant payments, from his basement. Under his leadership as President and then Past President of the A4K Board, thousands of children across B.C. have had the opportunity to get in the game. His firm belief in the power of sport to transform a child’s life fueled the steady growth of A4K over the past two decades.