The Sunshine Coast Minor Hockey Association (SCMHA) is very excited to be the recipient of a $9,880 grant from the Hockey Canada Foundation in support of Grassroots Hockey Programs.
The Hockey Canada Foundation, through its Grassroots Initiatives program, offers the opportunity for grants to minor hockey associations or community groups that support its goal to promote and foster accessibility to the game of hockey.
SCMHA was chosen particularly for its planned support of vulnerable and at-risk youth and their support for early registration and equipment costs. Emphasis will be also placed on reaching new Canadians, recently living on the Sunshine Coast.
The SCMHA will use these funds to support children in need on the Sunshine Coast. "We are excited to introduce hockey to children who would never have the opportunity to play because of their families' financial circumstances," said SCMHA spokesperson Lisa Stiver. "The funds will allow us to create 16 sets of loaner equipment and cover the costs of registration for children in tyke, novice and atom divisions."
With more than 47 per cent of children on the Sunshine Coast being found vulnerable in their access to physical activity, these funds will help ensure more children are physically active, without the financial barriers of registration and equipment costs. Information and applications can be received by email at [email protected]. Applications will be due June 15 for the 2013/14 hockey season.
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