Program Overview

The Pincher Creek Skating Club is proud to present our Pay It Forward initiative, a community-driven program aimed at supporting local youth figure skaters by reducing financial barriers to participation and competition. Through this program, we will offer assistance with essential costs including equipment, performance dresses, travel expenses, and registration fees for competitions and testing.

Open to all active members of the Pincher Creek Skating Club, the Pay It Forward program fosters inclusivity, opportunity, and a spirit of community support, ensuring that no skater is left behind due to financial hardship.

Program Purpose and Goals

The purpose of Pay It Forward is to make figure skating accessible to all youth in our community, regardless of their financial background. Competitive skating and participation in club programs often come with significant costs for equipment, travel, and event fees. By alleviating these financial pressures, we aim to:

• Support the mental and physical well-being of our skaters through continued participation in sport.

• Encourage local youth to pursue athletic and personal development opportunities.

• Foster a positive and inclusive club culture where skaters are empowered to support one another.

• Increase overall participation and retention in our programs.
  
  

Use of Funds

Funds received through this grant will be allocated directly to the following areas:

• Equipment: Purchase or subsidize skates or helmets for club members in need.

• Dresses: Cover the cost of competition and performance dresses.

• Travel Expenses: Assist with travel costs to and from competitions, including mileage, accommodations, and meals as needed.

• Competition or Testing Fees: Support skaters by covering or subsidizing competition or testing fees.

Eligibility and Distribution

The Pay It Forward program will be open to all registered members of the Pincher Creek Skating Club. Applications for support will be reviewed by a designated committee within the club to ensure funds are distributed fairly and based on demonstrated need. Priority will be given to families facing financial hardship and those actively contributing to the club community.

Program recipients are required to purchase the items and submit receipts for reimbursement. If the recipient is unable to purchase the items the club may purchase on their behalf.

• If you would like to donate to this program, please contact our club treasurer, christine@pinchercreekskatingclub.ca.

• If you would like to access funds, please apply using the application form linked below: