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You have the vision. We’re ready to help.

If you are under 18 and living in the Elk Valley, cost should never be the reason you stay on the sidelines. We provide support for individuals and families to cover registration, programming, tutors and more.

Who can Apply?

Small valley.
Big hearts.
Limitless impact.

Youth and families living in the Elk Valley

Schools, community organizations, and program leaders applying on behalf of youth

Registered Foundations that support development through sports, arts, or education

What Funding Can Be Used For

Support may help cover:

Program or registration fees
Tutoring or educational support
Registration or tournament fees
Participation costs related to the opportunity
Each request is reviewed individually, with care and context.

How the Process Works

01 Submit a short online application

02 Tell us about the opportunity and the financial barrier

03 Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, as funds allow

Our process is straightforward and respectful because we believe everyone deserves a chance to see where their dreams can take them.

Application

Please complete the application below OR download this application and return via mail to EBYFDream@gmail.com. We look forward to reading your application

EBYF Application Process

Parent / Guardian

Organization / Counsellor / Social Worker / Team / Teacher

Child / Youth

Applicant

Applicant FIrst Name

Aplicant Last Name

Street Address

PO Box

City

Postal Code

Phone Number

Age

Would you like to sign the Release Waiver now? (Waiver can be signed after approval too.)

Yes

Signature

Choose File

Parent /Guardian

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Name

Last Name

Program Info

Name of Program you are interested in:

Amount of Funding Applying For

Other Requirements

Education

School Name

Grade

References

Please explain your a) circumstance for needing assistance or support:

and b) how the Foundation’s support would make a difference to you:

Essay

Would your parent/guardian be prepared to supply a reference letter to confirm financial need to the Emily Brydon Youth Foundation Committee?

Yes

Essay (for applicants 13 years or older): What are your future goals, including educational as well as athletic goals? How would/have sports, arts and education helped you grow as a person? Please explain what difference a financial helping hand would mean to you.

To be signed by parent, guardian or sponsor of the application:

The Emily Brydon Youth Foundation strives to support as many participants as possible. Because our resources are limited, we prioritize providing financial assistance to families with a genuine financial need.

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate and that my child (or applicant, if submitted by other than parent) would be unable to participate in the program without the requested financial support.

Printed Name

Date

Please download and carefully review the Release Waiver before signing.

Download Release Waiver (PDF)

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