Request Funding

Our greatest passion at the Kinsmen Club of Saskatoon is helping to make our community shine. By opening the communication for Funding Requests we can learn where Saskatoon organizations, residents and programs need our support and funding most. We take this process seriously because we know that our decisions help form our city's future. Learn if you are eligible to apply for funding and how to start the application process today!

Who is Eligible to Apply

  • Non-profit organizations, charities and other community groups
  • Community programs, initiatives and events

Examples of Past Funding 

  • Community Infrastructure Programs
  • Programs for underprivileged youth
  • Programs supporting persons or families going through difficult times
  • Arts, culture, or sports programs 
  • Care homes with special needs patients
  • Summer camps or day camps for youth with special needs
  • Revitalizing Saskatoon Parks & Facilities
  • Events that celebrate our community

The Application Process

The application process is easy. If you are from Saskatoon and have a program, event or initiative that needs volunteers or funding then you may be eligible. 

  1. Ensure you meet the criteria for funding listed above
  2. Fill out the electronic Request Funding Application. (We walk you through the steps)
  3. Requests should be made two months prior to the funds being required to allow for the approval process
  4. Prepare financial reports as they may be required 
  5. If you plan on doing a presentation, prepare your video materials (PowerPoint, videos, images, charts)

The club is not in session during July or August. Your applications must be in prior to those months. 

What Happens Next

  • A Kinsmen member will be assigned to investigate your request
  • Our committee will review your application within two weeks of submission
  • You will be given an option to provide a presentation to our club (presentation materials must be sent three days prior to the presentation)
  • You may be asked to share a budget and/or recent financial reports
  • If your Funding Request is approved, the assigned Kinsmen will contact you to deliver the cheque, provide club feedback, and arrange any agreed-upon recognition

Kinsmen Club Does Not Fund

  • Medical Equipment, prescriptions or health-related procedures. Please see the Telemiracle Foundation for any medical-related requests. 
  • Trips for sports or cultural groups
  • Salaries for employees of organizations

We look forward to your Funding Requests and to working with you to make the community of Saskatoon a better place!

Kinsmen Club of Saskatoon Request Funding Form

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