Recreation funding, with assistance from the Municipality of Meaford, is available for both children and adults and is distributed based on financial need.
Children & Youth
This program will cover any recreation activity including minor sports, art/drama programs, camps, swimming, non-resident fees, school trips, Scouts, Girl Guides, cooking classes, fitness memberships, and more. To view the full list of Eligible Programs & Activities, click here. It can also help with equipment or travel costs. It applies to programs in Meaford, and those in other neighbouring communities like Owen Sound, Thornbury, Chatsworth, etc.
Families are required to pay 10% of the total cost, or a minimum of $25. Children may be funded for multiple activities up to a maximum of $500 per child, per year. This is subject to the discretion of Golden Town Outreach and available funding.
How to Qualify – To qualify, you must:
- Live in the Municipality of Meaford
- Be 18 years old or under
This program follows Revenue Canada’s Low Income Cut-offs (LICO’s) with an additional $40,000 added to the cut-off point. Proof of income may be requested. To view the maximum threshold figures (used to determine eligibility), click here.
Adult
This program will cover registration fees to any recreation and culture programs facilitated within the Municipality of Meaford by either the municipality and/or service groups.
Participants are required to 10% of the total cost, or a minimum of $25. Adults may be funded for multiple activities up to $200 per adult per year. This is subject to the discretion of Golden Town Outreach and available funding.
How to Qualify – To qualify, you must:
- Live in the Municipality of Meaford
- Be over the age of 19
This program follows Revenue Canada’s Low Income Cut-offs (LICO’s) with an additional $20,000 added to the cut-off point. Proof of income may be requested. To view the maximum threshold figures (used to determine eligibility), click here.
How to Apply – To apply, please fill out the appropriate application form:
Submit your completed form to meafordfoodbank@gmail.com. Please include your email address. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact meafordfoodbank@gmail.com or call 519-538-4550.
To view the full Recreation & Culture Guide, click here.
Below is a link for some other funding opportunities that you can also look into:
https://www.ymcaowensound.on.ca/health-fitness-aquatics/financial-assistance/