KidSport
Adopt-An-Athlete Program
In 2008, $56,500 was raised throught he Adopt-An-Athlete program. For only $250, companies Adopted-An-Athlete and put a kid in sports. This money will go to cover costs like registration fees and equipment needs for children who otherwise couldn't afford to participate in their sport. KidSport also benefited from the 2008 Human Bonspiel.
Sport is an important component of a child’s physical and social development. However, the average cost to participate in sport continues to rise in Canada. In Calgary, the average cost of sport participation for a four-month period is around $400 per child. As a result, many families have no choice but to view sports as a luxury they simply can’t afford. KidSport exists to provide positive sport experiences to children from low-income families. We believe that sport is a powerful tool that can change a child’s life.
KidSport Calgary is a local children’s charity that raises money to pay registration fees and to provide sporting equipment to children from low-income families in Calgary and the surrounding communities. In 2007, KidSportCalgary distributed more than $358,000 to support 1,100 local kids and 12 local schools.
Please call the KidSport Calgary office at (403) 202-0251 for more information about how your company can help local kids participate in sports.
Look for more information about the 2009 Adopt-an-Athlete Challenge in the near future!
Charitable Registration # BN 88938 6868 RR0001
Take up the Charity Challenge and become involved with KidSport outside the CCC Games. Here are some ideas of how you can contribute to KidSport:
Make a donation.
If you want to support KidSport by making a financial donation click here for the KidSport Donation Form.
Donations are used to fund approved KidSport applicants for sports registration fees. Donations to the KidSport operations budget are also appreciated.
Mail to:
KidSport Alberta
501 501 18 Ave SW
Calgary, Alberta T2S 0C7
ph: (403) 202-0251 or
Toll free: 1-888-91-4-KIDS
Tax receipts are issued for dontations of $25 or more.
To apply or donate visit www.kidsport.ca
