2026 Funding Request Policy Application Summary – Attachment 2

2026 Funding Request Policy Application Summary

Tier 2: Westshore Including Langford

• Organization: Rewired Recovery Foundation - SoberFest

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to run the "Soberfest" event (performers, logistics, etc.). Event would raise funds to support those struggling with addiction.
  • Contact: Michael Shupinder Manhas
  • 2025 Funding Received: 5,000 GIA + 5,000 (sponsorship fee + 5,000 cost of stadium use (in-kind, provided free))

• Organization: Salvation Army Connection Point Church and Resource Centre

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $7,500.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to help with increasing costs of running the Connect Café Drop-in program - breakfast and lunch for vulnerable individuals.
  • Contact: David Hickman
  • 2025 Funding Received: -
  • Committee Member Recommendation: 3,000 GIA

• Organization: Open Gate Church

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $6,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to help cover the cost of securing food for their Friday Fresh Food Market, including transporation, storage, and purchase when donations insufficient.
  • Contact: (not specified)
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Royal Bay Secondary

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $1,200.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for Dry Grad 2026, including supplies, entertainment and prizes.
  • Contact: Marita Atwood
  • 2025 Funding Received: 1,200 GIA

• Organization: ReImagine West Shore

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $4,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for their free community workshops and events to help people save money, reduce waste, and increase sustainable living practices.
  • Contact: Cindy Moyer
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Juan de Fuca Lacrosse Association

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $5,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used towards facility rentals and/or referee honoriums for the three Box Lacrosse tournaments planned for the Westshore.
  • Contact: Cassandra van Benthem Jutting
  • 2025 Funding Received: 1,075 GIA

• Organization: Juan de Fuca Navy League

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for operating expenses incurred to run their programs (e.g., rent for hall, office and training supplies, and fun activities for cadets aged 9-18).
  • Contact: Shannon Radford
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Happy Valley Elementary - Playground

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to support the playground redevelopment (essential equipment, accessible surfacing, and safety upgrades).
  • Contact: Kerry Adams
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Goldstream Food Bank

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for the purchase of groceries for their ongoing hamper program.
  • Contact: Shannon Youell
  • 2025 Funding Received: 7,750 donated in lieu of fees collected

• Organization: Boys and Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for the RISE program, which helps at-risk youth (aged 11-15) stay connected, build resilience, and avoid mental health challenges, substance use, etc.
  • Contact: Arianna Scott
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Colwood Creek Park Community Garden

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used towards building a community garden in Colwood Creek Park with priority for the lease of 60 plots to be given to Langford/Colwood residents.
  • Contact: Derek de Candole
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Belmont Dry Grad

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to provide an alcohol and drug free event for the graduating class (~475 students) of Belmont Secondary.
  • Contact: David Light
  • 2025 Funding Received: 3,000 GIA

• Organization: Big Brothers Big Sisters

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to recruit, train, and support volunteer mentors to help Langford youth gain stronger mental health and resilience.
  • Contact: Amanda Hill
  • 2025 Funding Received: 5,000 GIA

• Organization: Access West Shore Society

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $1,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to pay for office needs (e.g., software, stamps, etc) as well as helping with expenses for 2026 Wheelchair Basketball Event at Spencer Middle School.
  • Contact: Marnie Essery
  • 2025 Funding Received: 500 (for office equipment - invoiced to CoL, not GIA)

• Organization: Theatre Al Dente Society

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $5,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to support the production of the musical Oliver! at Belmont Secondary School as a family-friendly community theatre event.
  • Contact: Chantelle Schieven
  • 2025 Funding Received: Elizabeth Gaunt 5,000 GIA

Tier 3: Regional Service

• Note: 31 applications 229,600.00

• Organization: Westshore Football Association (WSFA)

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to purchase new, durable football uniforms for Atom, PeeWee, and Bantam players.
  • Contact: Lindsey Wright
  • 2025 Funding Received: -
  • Additional note (from adjacent text): sponsorship fee + 5,000 cost of stadium use (in-kind, provided free)

• Organization: SportAssist

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $5,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to support costs of their Annual Golf Tournament, their primary fundraising event. Proceeds from the event are used make sports accessible to all youth.
  • Contact: Gerry StCyr
  • 2025 Funding Received: 5,000 GIA

• Organization: Westshore Community Concert Band

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $4,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for operating expenses, primarily rehearsal space rental and an honorarium for conductor's services.
  • Contact: Marg Eagle
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Victoria Brain Injury Society

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for start-up costs and to prepare their new space to offer support to those with brain injuries (e.g., leasehold improvements, furnishings, technology, volunteer coordination).
  • Contact: Pam Prewett
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $3,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used for the TAH Sooke Program to provide up to 18 vulnerable youth with vital clinical counselling and land-based learning activities.
  • Contact: Jaydeen Williams
  • 2025 Funding Received: 2,000 GIA

• Organization: Victoria Sexual Assualt Centre (VSAC)

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used toward partial salaries and benefits for Clinic, SART, and Direct Client Services Staff as well as general operating costs associated with the Clinic.
  • Contact: Sienna Scott
  • 2025 Funding Received: 5,000 GIA

• Organization: KidSport Greater Victoria

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to provide financial assistance so local children and youth can access the organized sports of their choice.
  • Contact: Jill Shaw
  • 2025 Funding Received: -

• Organization: Vancouver Island Hispanic Network Society (VIHNS)

  • 2026 Amount Requested: $10,000.00
  • Summary for funds: Funds to be used to partially support program coordination and operational costs required to deliver VIHNS' annual calendar of community events.
  • Contact: Gume Arzola
  • 2025 Funding Received: -