There are a number of organizations in our area that have financial assistance programs for families that qualify. We are happy to work with any agency that offers support to families in need. If you are planning to apply, let us know so that we can supply you with the information you need to fill in the forms.
Organization |
Ages covered |
Assistance available |
Application procedure |
Contact |
Other info |
JumpStart |
Children ages 4-18 |
Children can be funded for successive seasons in an activity up to a maximum of $300 per activity. The annual maximum is up to $600/per child. |
Complete the application process at this link |
Phone: 1-844-YES-PLAY (937-7529) or click this link |
Check to see if your family meets the standard for low income at this link |
Grey National Child Benefit through the YMCA |
Children under the age of 18 |
Between $200 and $350 depending on family income |
Fill out the form at the bottom of the page at this link |
NCB Coordinator YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce 519-376-0484 ext. 227 or email ncb@ymcaowensound.on.ca or click this link |
The family must make less than $55,000 a year and reside in Grey County. You are responsible to pay the activity provider 10% (but no less than $10.00) of the total fee. |
Beaver Valley Outreach |
Children up to 18 years of age |
Up to $300 per child per year |
Complete the form linked to at the bottom of this website |
Applicants are asked to contribute 10% of the total cost with a minimum contribution of $10.00 AND to provide copies of the registration fees.Applicants MUST be residents of the Town of the Blue Mountains AND have a combined gross family income less than $40,000 per year. |
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Meaford Food Bank and Outreach (formerly Golden Town Outreach) |
Children and adults |
Up to $500 per child per year; Up to $200 per adult per year |
This program follows Revenue Canada’s Low Income Cut-offs (LICOs) with an additional $40,000 added to the cut-off point. Proof of income may be requested. Families are required to pay 10% of the total cost, or a minimum of $25. Funding is subject to the discretion of Golden Town Outreach and available funding. |
