BURNS LAKE LADIES 1ST ANNUAL FAST BALL TOURNAMENT
Self Esteem Girl
“Self-esteem isn't everything; it's
just that there's nothing without it.”
Gloria Steinem
“Self-esteem isn't everything; it's
just that there's nothing without it.”
Gloria Steinem
Other Awards
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Nominate Outstanding BC Women for Women in Sport Awards
The Minerva Foundation for BC Women is seeking nominations to honour three outstanding British Columbian women at the Women In Sport fundraising luncheon at, the 3rd annual "Women In" series event. The event will take place on December 3rd. Two honorees will be awarded for their community leadership and excellence in sport, and one honoree will receive an award for their role as a volunteer or philanthropist in the sport community. These awards not only recognize the best athletes, but women in the sport community who represent Minerva’s mission and goals in a celebration of leadership, excellence and philanthropy.
Nomination Deadline: Friday September 26th 2008, 4.30pm.
Contact:
Minerva Foundation
Tel: 604.683.7635
Email: info@theminervafoundation.com
Web: http://www.theMinervaFoundation.com
Minerva Foundation
Tel: 604.683.7635
Email: info@theminervafoundation.com
Web: http://www.theMinervaFoundation.com
KidSport & ProMOTION Plus Victoria announce the 2008 recipients of the “Play it Forward” and “Proud to Play like a Girl” grants.
“Play it Forward” grants are available to locally based schools, not for profit organizations and recreation centres who either develop a new “Girls Only” physical activity/sport program or, increase the number of girls given access to participation in an existing co-ed program.
This year’s “Play it Forward” grants of $1000 each have been awarded to:
• Edward Milne Community School: ‘Women’s Active Living” program for 60 girls age 15-18;
• Sooke Electoral Area Parks and Recreation Commission (SEAPARC): “Girl Zone” programs for girls aged 9 – 13 years of age.
• Burnside Gorge Community Association: “Girl Power Walking” programs at Tillicum Elementary and Colquitz Middle schools.
“Proud to Play Like a Girl” grants of $250 are awarded each year to Junior athletes, aged 10 through 14 to support their participation in training clinics, camps or other forms of athletic training. “Leadership” grants of $250 are awarded to girls aged 15 through 18 for coaching or leadership clinics, workshops or training/skill development.
• Sooke Electoral Area Parks and Recreation Commission (SEAPARC): “Girl Zone” programs for girls aged 9 – 13 years of age.
• Burnside Gorge Community Association: “Girl Power Walking” programs at Tillicum Elementary and Colquitz Middle schools.
“Proud to Play Like a Girl” grants of $250 are awarded each year to Junior athletes, aged 10 through 14 to support their participation in training clinics, camps or other forms of athletic training. “Leadership” grants of $250 are awarded to girls aged 15 through 18 for coaching or leadership clinics, workshops or training/skill development.
This year’s “Proud to Play Like a Girl” junior grant recipients are:
Jessica Coline Neilson (Rugby), Carolyn Simonis (Hockey), Vanessa Loewen (Swimming), Charlotte Galbraith (Equestrian Vaulting), Victoria Henderson (Figure Skating), Natalie Wilson (Hockey), Tavii Toronitz (Synchonized Swimming), Eliza Gray (Basketball) and, Cara Marks (Whitewater Slalom Kayak and Canoe). In the Leadership category, Emily Mead (Badminton); Kyla Kirby (Field Hockey) and; Katharine Smith (Fencing) were the successful award recipients.
Contacts: http://www.kidsportvictoria.ca
Patti Hunter
Co-Chair KidSport Victoria & ProMOTION Plus Victoria
250.480.7708
Kelly Mann
Co-Chair KidSport Victoria
250.387.4684
2007 ProMOTION Plus Victoria “Play it Forward” and “Proud to Play Like a Girl” Recipients
“Proud to Play Like a Girl” recipients:
Cara Marks, Jaymie Tucker, Michelle Quigg and Rebecca Hayman.
“Play it Forward” grant recipient:
Sooke Minor Hockey Association
Ongoing Awards Programs
Bob Bearpark Coaching Fund Equity and Access Bursaries
The Bearpark Foundation was established in 1997 to support coaching education in British Columbia as an ongoing memorial legacy to Bob Bearpark. As a former Canadian National Soccer Coach and Director of BC Sport Services at the time of his death, Bob was devoted to the ongoing professional development of coaches in this country. He is remembered for his dedication to sport from the grassroots to elite levels and for his career in physical education, coaching and sport administration.
Equity and Access Bursaries
Consistent with Bob Bearpark's philosophy of equity and access and in partnership with the CABC, the Foundation has special bursaries to support coaching education for three categories of coaches: Aboriginal Coaches, Women Coaches and Coaches with a Disability. For further information contact the CABC.
CAAWS Women in Sport Breakthrough Awards - The Breakthrough Awards are presented annually to outstanding nominees who have used innovative ideas and alternative approaches to encourage and enable girls and women to participate/lead/coach in sport and Physical Activity. CAAWS offers Breakthrough Awards in five categories: Individual, Youth, Media, Organization, Herstorical. For more information, visit CAAWS.
The Bearpark Foundation was established in 1997 to support coaching education in British Columbia as an ongoing memorial legacy to Bob Bearpark. As a former Canadian National Soccer Coach and Director of BC Sport Services at the time of his death, Bob was devoted to the ongoing professional development of coaches in this country. He is remembered for his dedication to sport from the grassroots to elite levels and for his career in physical education, coaching and sport administration.
Equity and Access Bursaries
Consistent with Bob Bearpark's philosophy of equity and access and in partnership with the CABC, the Foundation has special bursaries to support coaching education for three categories of coaches: Aboriginal Coaches, Women Coaches and Coaches with a Disability. For further information contact the CABC.
Wise (Women in Sport Encouragement) Fund
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) is offering twelve grants of $900 to active girls and women and/or organizations offering sport programs targeted to girls and women. The WISE Fund was developed in response to the ongoing financial need within the sport community and will help fund MSO-NSO-PSO sport initiatives in an effort to help financially assist members of the sport community in Canada. This fund is provided by CAAWS with support from Sport Canada. Since 2004, CAAWS has supported 44 individuals and organizations through this fund, dispersing over $38,000 to members of the sport community.
National and Multi-Sport Organizations, as well as their provincial affiliates, are encouraged to apply. Individuals (such as athletes, coaches, officials) may also apply. Details can be found at www.caaws.ca.
Stacey Levitt Women and Sport Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is open to a young woman, a girls' team, or a sport organization that exemplifies Stacey's ideals and qualities: demonstrates a keen interest in sports and a healthy lifestyle, takes the initiative to make positive things happen, is highly motivated and enthusiastic, strives to be the best and doesn't give up trying. This $2500 scholarship is in her memory. It will be shared by five recipients.
This year's deadline is: May 31st, 2008. For more more information, visit CAAWS.
CAAWS Women in Sport Breakthrough Awards - The Breakthrough Awards are presented annually to outstanding nominees who have used innovative ideas and alternative approaches to encourage and enable girls and women to participate/lead/coach in sport and Physical Activity. CAAWS offers Breakthrough Awards in five categories: Individual, Youth, Media, Organization, Herstorical. For more information, visit CAAWS.
Carol Anne Letheren International Sport Leadership Award - To recognize a Canadian woman who has made an outstanding contribution in the area of international sport leadership and had a profound impact on sport and physical activity. More more information, visit CAAWS.
Vancouver and Victoria YWCA Women of Distinction Awards - The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards recognize women who inspire us and who are the trail builders amongst us today. In so doing, we remember the tenacious and courageous visionaries of the past, celebrate the women who are changing the way we live today, and nurture and inspire the young women who will shape our tomorrow. More more information, visit the Vancouver YWCA or the Victoria YWCA respectively.
The Minerva Foundation for BC Women Grant - The grants program is intended to support innovative projects that respond to changing conditions and emerging issues. It promotes collaboration and partnerships, as well as initiatives that ensure equal access for all BC women. Areas of focus are Education, Economic Security, Leadership Development, and Safety. For more information, visit the Minerva Foundation.
Vancouver and Victoria YWCA Women of Distinction Awards - The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards recognize women who inspire us and who are the trail builders amongst us today. In so doing, we remember the tenacious and courageous visionaries of the past, celebrate the women who are changing the way we live today, and nurture and inspire the young women who will shape our tomorrow. More more information, visit the Vancouver YWCA or the Victoria YWCA respectively.
The Minerva Foundation for BC Women Grant - The grants program is intended to support innovative projects that respond to changing conditions and emerging issues. It promotes collaboration and partnerships, as well as initiatives that ensure equal access for all BC women. Areas of focus are Education, Economic Security, Leadership Development, and Safety. For more information, visit the Minerva Foundation.
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