• Families that are low-income or facing financial hardship.

• Children and youth up to 19 years of age.

• Residents of Swift Current and area.

• Children and youth could be eligible for up to $400 in financial support, per child and per calendar year (January to December).

• Sports registration fees and/or equipment costs (including school sports) based in Swift Current. Registration fees are paid directly to the sports organization. Additional team fees that are paid to the team manager or individual team accounts to cover travel, facility rental, referees, etc. are not eligible expenses for Kiwanis Active Kids funding.

• For equipment supplied by the sports organization that has a cost, grant funds will be paid directly to the sports organization. Only equipment that is required on the field of play is eligible for Kiwanis Active Kids funding.

• For equipment not supplied by the sports organization, Kiwanis Active Kids will issue the approved grant directly to Southwest Sports Excellence on behalf of the child. Equipment can then be purchased at Southwest Sports Excellence, using the credited amount.

Applications should be submitted before the start date of the sport or activity and you must have already registered in the activity.

To submit your application, complete the online form below. If you have any questions please contact us at kiwanisactivekids@gmail.com

• Ensure all the information has been filled out to the best of your ability and that you have included a reference.

• If you are applying for more than one child, please submit a separate application form for each child.

• Applicants should provide one reference with their application. Examples of references are social worker, teacher/principal, newcomer representative, support services worker, RCMP officer, doctor, lawyer, etc.

If the application has been approved:

• Kiwanis Club will issue funds directly to the sports organization on behalf of the child.

• If the application is for sports equipment, Kiwanis Club will issue funds directly to Southwest Sports Excellence on behalf of the child or youths approved amount.  

Yes, just submit a separate application for each child.

There is no set deadline, but you must apply before the start of the sport or activity.

Applicants should provide one reference with their application. If you have questions about finding a reference, contact us by email.

Examples of references are:

• Social worker, teacher/principal, newcomer representative, support services worker, RCMP officer, doctor, lawyer, etc.

After you apply, you will receive your application status by email.

Please allow up to 4 weeks to be notified if you have been approved or not.

Once approved,

• Kiwanis Active Kids will pay the funds directly to the sports organization on behalf of the child.

• If the application is for sports equipment, Kiwanis Active Kids will issue the approved grant directly to Southwest Sports Excellence on behalf of the child. Equipment can then be purchased at Southwest Sports Excellence, using the credited amount.  

Please contact Kiwanis Active Kids at kiwanisactivekids@gmail.com if you have any questions about the status of your application.