Programs

Programs

Scholarships : The program directly addresses financial hardship by removing the cost barrier associated with youth sports participation. Many families in low-income neighborhoods cannot afford to enroll their children in organized activities. This program provides essential support so children can benefit from the developmental advantages of sports without placing financial strain on their families.

The child must express interest in participating in a recognized and organized sport (e.g., soccer, basketball, hockey, etc.) through school programs, local clubs, or municipal recreation leagues.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower underprivileged youth through sports, education, and mentorship by building confidence, developing essential life skills, leadership, long-term growth and creating meaningful opportunities that inspire resilient, capable, and future-ready individuals .

Our Vision

We envision a future in which every young person—regardless of background—can learn, grow, and succeed through inclusive sports programs, educational opportunities, and community-driven guidance, shaping empowered and capable leaders of tomorrow.

Volunteering

El Jogo Bonito Foundation is guided by principles of integrity, inclusivity, respect, and wholehearted commitment. Our volunteer community plays a vital role in advancing youth empowerment, promoting equal access, fostering collaboration, and nurturing lifelong growth.

Prominent buttons for applying for funding. User will be directed to the application section where some information needs to be share with the Foundation.

As part of our mission to relieve poverty through equitable access to sports, our foundation has developed a structured and transparent process to determine beneficiary eligibility. The goal is to ensure that support is directed to children and youth genuinely experiencing financial hardship, while maintaining fairness, dignity, and accountability in our selection process.
In order to qualify for assistance through our program, applicants must meet the following conditions:
Residency: Must reside within the Calgary Metropolitan Area.

Financial Need

The child must come from a family with a household income at or below the Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO) as defined annually by Statistics Canada, adjusted for family size and regional factors.

Supporting Documentation

Referral letter from a school counselor, teacher, or community outreach worker;
Proof of enrollment in social assistance or income support programs;
Recent Notice of Assessment (NOA) or income verification showing eligibility.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by a Program Committee composed of staff and independent volunteers.

Priority will be given to:

Priority will be given to

Children whose families fleet war

Children from single-parent households

Children in foster care or transitional housing

Families who have recently experienced job loss, illness

Selected beneficiaries will receive

Full or partial coverage of sports registration fees
Equipment and uniform support
Transportation subsidies (if applicable)

All applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application. Records will be maintained for audit purposes, and assistance will be granted without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or nationality.

Mentorship

El Jogo Bonito Foundation's primary charitable purpose is to relieve poverty among underprivileged children and youth in Calgary by removing financial barriers to participation in sports. While we do not directly operate educational or mentorship programs, we provide targeted funding to enable access to these services through partnerships with qualified community organizations.

The El Jogo Bonito Foundation does not operate its own sports programs. Instead, we collaborate with pre-qualified community sports clubs in Calgary to provide access to organized sports for children from low-income families. These clubs are not agents or affiliates of the foundation but independent third-party service providers who agree to deliver sport participation opportunities in accordance with our charitable mandate.

Each sports club that receives support will enter into a written agreement with El Jogo Bonito Foundation outlining the following:

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Applicant Information

Date Of Birth
Gender

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