Local coaches are being encouraged to apply today for the Hydro One ‘Return to Coaching Community Grant’.
To help ensure young people can continue to enjoy their favourite sports, eligible coaches and organizations can apply to the grant to receive up to $1,000 to cover rising expenses and make sports more accessible.
The money can also be used to purchase new equipment or conduct safety training.
The deadline to apply is July 6.
According to a recent survey, 75% of community sport organizations say programming costs have increased since before the pandemic.
Jeremy Cross is the Executive Director of Coaches Association of Ontario and says they are committed to serving the needs of coaches by ensuring they have the resources necessary to continue supporting athletes and participants.
Cross adds, “This continued partnership with Hydro One provides coaches at every level access to the tools they need to serve their community while keeping safety and development top of mind.”
Hydro One, Vice President, Marketing and Communications, Jay Armitage says, “The loss of social programs and organized sports over the last few years has been especially hard for young people. Our partnership with the Coaches Association of Ontario will energize the return to sports, making programming safer and more accessible.”
Applications for the 2022 Return to Coaching Community Grant can be submitted online
To nominate a coach for the Hydro One Safe Play Award, visit Nominations