Our impact

Since 2002, Athletics4Kids has partnered with families across BC who need financial assistance keeping their kids in sports. 

Together, with the help of individual donors, companies and foundations, we have provided over $2.7 million through over 13,000 Sport4Life Grants. This has enabled thousands of kids to participate in over 55 eligible sports.

In 2023, we served kids in 67 communities across BC with a strategic focus on neighbourhoods like Surrey, Delta and Coquitlam where child poverty rates are high and access to sport is low. 

Growing to meet the need

Every year we endeavour to reach as many kids as possible, offering them the opportunity to get off the bench and into the game. Here’s a snapshot of our growth over the past four years.

Number of Sport4Life Grants Provided to Families

Value of Sport4Life Grants Provided ($)

  • "I'd like to thank Athletics4Kids for giving me the opportunity to play football this past season. I learned a lot about football and about teamwork. I have also learned about respecting others—on the field and every day."

    Gabriel, Athletics4Kids grant recipient

  • "Sports has always been a beacon of hope for my sons. When you support Athletics4Kids, you're opening a door for a child who otherwise may not be able to play sports. And that can change everything."

    Susan, Parent of two Athletics4Kids grant recipients

  • “Sports have always been such a big part of Oliver’s life and it would not have been possible without the financial support from Athletics4Kids. You have enabled him to play both soccer and basketball."

    Parent of an Athletics4Kids grant recipient

  • "Sports have been absolutely integral and critical to my sons' development. Lacrosse has been a place where they could just be themselves — a place where they could leave the challenges of school, of home life, and of being a youth, behind to just be themselves and have fun. It's a place where they have learned leadership skills and how to interact with people who are different but are moving towards the same goal. It's a place where they have had amazing adults mentor them and invest in their lives."

    Susan Dos Santos, Parent of Athletics4Kids grant recipients

  • "Hockey has been a release system for Eli's mind and emotions. Instead of going to dark places, he has flourished. He's made great friendships, he's working out his energy, and he's connected with the community. That's so important for kids, particularly those who come from difficult circumstances."

    Laura, Grandmother of an Athletic4Kids Grant Recipient

Your support is getting these athletes into the game

Featured
Meet Edward: Athlete of the Month
Meet Edward: Athlete of the Month

Edward is A4K’s talented, multi-sport athlete, learning skills in hockey, tennis, and baseball. He started with tennis at age 7, then began baseball and hockey when he was 8 years old. Although learning different kinds of sports can be hard, Edward keeps his head up as he gets to play with different players and friends, while learning and improving through help from his coaches and teammates.

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Meet Joey: Athlete of the Month
Meet Joey: Athlete of the Month

Joey is A4K’s rising star in baseball. At just 5 & a half years old, he has already been playing baseball for over 2 years! His favourite things about baseball is learning how to hit balls with the bat and running to all the bases. Right now, he’s learning how to pitch and he can’t wait to become a stronger pitcher with more practice and training from his coaches.

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Meet Joelle: Athlete of the Month
Meet Joelle: Athlete of the Month

Gymnastics isn't just about physical activity for Joelle; it's a source of joy, challenge, and camaraderie. From the rush of competition to the sense of accomplishment with each new skill mastered, Joelle finds fulfillment in every aspect of the sport. And thanks to A4K, she's been able to fully immerse herself in this passion, staying active, fit, and healthy along the way. Joelle's mother shared that she has developed invaluable skills such as discipline, time management, and teamwork.

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Meet Adam: Athlete of the Month
Meet Adam: Athlete of the Month

Thanks to the support of A4K and the wider community, Adam and his sister were able to immerse themselves in the world of martial arts. Their mother has observed that this endeavor has not only improved their physical well-being but has instilled invaluable life lessons, including teamwork and perseverance.

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Meet Eden: Athlete of the Month
Meet Eden: Athlete of the Month

For Eden, the water is a place of calm. She has ADHD and swimming has helped her regulate the levels of hyperactivity, calms her mind and allows her to focus better.

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Get involved with Athletics4Kids

GIVE NOW

For the families we serve, the Sport4Life Grants are an essential part of ensuring that their kids can stay in the game. The average grant we provide is $200 per year. These grants are only possible because of our generous donors. From private individual donors to companies and foundations, it takes a large community of passionate people who believe in the power of sport to ensure that we can say "Yes!" to every child who wants to play. 

APPLY FOR A GRANT

We partner with families to get their kids into sports by providing financial assistance with their registration fees. We provide 100% of a child's sports registration fee for over 55 amateur, non-school sports. We will also continue to fund athletes for multiple sports seasons a year, and multiple years in a row to develop a love of sport for life.

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