Ottawa (May 13, 2024) – The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to partner with Their Opportunity to deliver
the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation 2024 Community Opportunity Grant. Their Opportunity is a
national children’s charity that delivers and subsidizes community sport and engagement programming
to eliminate barriers of access and empower youth to reach their full potential through sport.
We are pleased to announce that the grant window for the 2024 Ottawa Sport Council Foundation
Community Opportunity Grant is now open! In celebration of the Ottawa Sport Council’s 10th anniversary, we will be awarding two grants of up to $2,000 each for inclusive sport programs.
Click here to access the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation 2024 Community Opportunity Grant!
The application is available as a fillable PDF. Within the document you will find all the details necessary to
complete the grant, including key terms and frequently asked questions. The Ottawa Sport Council is also
available to answer any clarifying questions in advance of submission.
The Ottawa Sport Council Foundation 2024 Community Opportunity Grant is offered in partnership by
the Ottawa Sport Council, Their Opportunity, and the Ottawa Community Foundation.
Key Details
- Grant Window: Monday, May 13 to Friday, June 7 at 17:00 EST

- Amount Awarded: Up to $2,000

- Number of Programs to Receive Funding: 2

- Grant Duration: Up to 1 year
Understanding the Program Goal and Eligibility
The Ottawa Sport Council Foundation Community Opportunity Grant offers funding to children and youth programs which support accessibility and inclusivity of those who face socio-economic barriers to participation in sport and underrepresented and marginalized populations.
Eligible programs must also be in alignment with the charitable purpose of Their Opportunity to deliver and subsidize local sport for development and community engagement programming. Their Opportunity’s programs and services help eliminate socio-economic barriers of access to sports and recreation while promoting a lifestyle of giving back.
For examples of programs which have received funding from the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation in the past, click here. Please note, as the focus of the grant changes annually, past funded programs may not necessarily be in alignment with the 2024 eligibility requirements.
For additional information regarding equity, diversity, and inclusion we invite you to check out The
Belonging Playbook. The Belonging Playbook was developed to help community sport organizations
remove barriers to access to foster more welcoming and inclusive environments. The Belonging
Playbook is a resource for all members of community sport organizations to create more inclusive
spaces.
We look forward to receiving applications from community sport programs that support an equitable, diverse, and inclusion sport experience for all.
For further information, please visit our website or contact:
Marcia Morris
Executive Director,
Conseil du sport d’Ottawa Sport Council
About the Ottawa Sport Council
As the unified voice of amateur sport in Ottawa, the Ottawa Sport Council (OSC) facilitates advocacy and growth for all community sport organizations. We believe that there should only be positive experiences in sport.
About Their Opportunity
Their Opportunity is a national registered children’s charity that has the vision to educate, uplift &
support children to overcome barriers through the strength of sport & generosity. Since inception, we have helped provide opportunities for over 45,000 children & affected thousands more through our Giveback Program; translating to 585,000+ hours of sport & recreation and 157,500+ hours of
community service or engagement.
Their Opportunity hosts a unique Giveback Program where children who receive subsidies or participate in one of our core programs are asked to “pay it forward” within their community through volunteerism.
We believe in creating a cycle of generosity, where active youth are empowered to give back to help
build healthier communities.