The MRA is pleased to provide funding for regional and community recreation events and professional development opportunities. The purpose is to support quality recreation services within the MRA region, increase opportunities for community members of all ages, and build capacity within the communities. In order to be considered for funding, applications must follow the MRA funding grant criteria.
Recreation Initiative Grant
Recreation Initiative Grant
Recreation Initiative Grant
Maximum of $4000 per community per application or $500 per individual per application to a maximum of $4000 per community per event. Funding guidelines must be met.
Professional Development
Recreation Initiative Grant
Recreation Initiative Grant
Maximum of $2000 per community per application to host and $1000 per individual per application to attend with a maximum of $2000 per community per event. Funding guidelines must be met.
Other
Recreation Initiative Grant
Other
Additional funding opportunities based on MRA goals. For example, funding opportunities for communities to build physical literacy and water/ice safety awareness.
Funding Guidelines
Criteria
This funding is meant to provide a level of support so that more physical activity and skill development can take place for Mackenzie Region residents according to MRA values. It is not intended to be the sole source of assistance. The funding allocation for the Mackenzie Recreation Association is very limited, and applications will be prioritized.
Funding maximums as follows:
- Funding maximum or 80% total event cost if applicant & program are in MRA region
- Funding maximum or 70% total event cost if the applicant is in MRA region & program is in NWT
- Funding maximum or 50% total event cost if the applicant is in MRA region & program is outside NWT
- 0% if the applicant is living outside of MRA region
All ages may apply for funding. Individuals may apply, but the focus will be group physical activity proposals.
Applications will be accepted throughout the year, and funding will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis as funding permits. With funding distribution as follows:
- Maximum of 40% total funding distributed between April and September;
- Remaining funding or 60% total funding distributed between October and March.
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES MAY INCLUDE:
Transportation and travel costs at approved rates:
- mileage at current GNWT rates.
- or commercial tickets by most economical means.
Medals/Prizes
Instructor and official fees (includes per diems)
Accommodation and registration (***for Professional Development funding ONLY)
INELIGIBLE EXPENSES INCLUDE:
Events that award cash prizes
Registration for events or TSO affiliation fees
Food
Staff or volunteer wages or perdiem
School Sanctioned events. ie. Cagers, Spike-it, Hay River Track & Field, Super Soccer
High Performance Initiatives. ie: Invitational Events, Selection Camps, Territorial champs.
Equipment
Accommodation (*** for Recreation Initiative funding ONLY)
Procedure
1. Applicants must submit the appropriate application form to the MRA Executive Director a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the program or event or it will NOT be considered.
NOTE: application for Individuals must include letter/email of endorsement that explains how participant will give back to their community after receiving funding. Applications for students must include proof of (MRA community) residency and proof of school.
2. An email will be sent from the MRA to successful applicants indicating the amount of approved funding. If there are any changes to the event (cancellation, relocation, or changes in travel amounts) MRA must be notified prior to participation or reimbursement may not be granted.
3. Upon completion of the program or event, the final report form with essential documents: an invoice or receipts must be submitted to the MRA Executive Director within 90 days following the event for reimbursement.
Failure to submit the report and documents on time will result in loss of funding