KidSport Bow Valley is an approved local operating committee of the KidSport Society. KidSport is a nationwide children’s charitable program that was established in 1993

The Bow Valley chapter was created in the fall of 2008 and consists of members throughout the Bow Valley. Its official release is planned for September 2009.

The KidSport™ mission is to overcome the financial obstacles that prevent some young people from participating in sport programs. Through providing opportunities to participate in sport, KidSport™ promotes the values of: Cooperation, Team Play, Commitment to goals, Fair Play, Personal Excellence and Self Esteem

• Grants are for activities that take place in the Bow Valley and demonstrate a sustained sport experience with qualified instructors
• Funding is for children from low-income families.
• KidSport™ will issue funds to recognized organizations on behalf of the individual athlete
• There is a maximum amount of $500 per athlete per calendar year
• Children 18 years and under are eligible
• Funding is to pay for registration fees
• Applicants must be residents of Kananaskis Valley or Bow Valley, from Morley to Lake Louise
• The Grant Review Committee will endeavor to process applications within 30 days

People who need help can contact us via phone at 1-877-636-5328  (local call)  or email at kidsportbv@gmail.com

More information can be found on the KidSport website at www.kidsport.ab.ca