The LeadForward Grant: Advancing Balanced Representation in Sport aims to strengthen balanced leadership for female coaches, officials or organizational staff throughout B.C. by supporting their training, education, and policy development opportunities.

Through this grant, viaSport is interested in supporting organizations that understand how actively developing diverse and inclusive leaders is fundamental to delivering positive sport experiences.

This grant will fund up to $2,000 to local, multi or provincial sport organizations for training, educational or policy development activities that advance leadership opportunities for female leaders in sport (see full program guidelines). 

Who can apply?

Applications may be submitted by:

Affiliated Local Sport Organizations.Recognized, Accredited or Affiliated Disability Sport Organizations.(Accredited) Multi-Sport Organizations.Recognized, Accredited or Affiliated Provincial Sport Organizations.

Go to the PSO/DSO Partners page for a complete listing of PSOs and DSOs that are recognized by viaSport.

What can the grant be used for?

Funds can be used for professional development opportunities that involve:

Training

Education

Policy development

Organizations that consider engaging both men and women in activities, where appropriate, will also be considered.