ABOUT THE GRANT

Core grants are provincial funds targeted for events or projects that support sport growth and development. An approved event or project will be open to all qualified participants in your area, not just your club members. The event or project must support the goals of HCBC for developing sport within the province. Clubs are expected to charge participants reasonable registration fees.  Money will be released only after a financial report, receipts and an event summary are received by HCBC.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Funding is available to regions, clubs, branches, and affiliates who are members in good standing of HCBC.

Each Club or branch may only submit one application per year.

Clubs, branches or affiliates MUST be members for at least 12 months prior to applying.

WHEN TO APPLY?

Applications for funding must be received in our office by April 30. In the event there are remaining funds not allocated, a second intake may be offered in the fall. If available this will be communicated to the membership.

HOW TO APPLY?

Fill out the application and send it, along with supporting documents to the finance department of HCBC via email ([email protected]), fax (604-856-4302), or mail (27336 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove, B.C., V4W 3N5)

The group must show via the budget sheet that they have contributed financially to the project and participants are charged reasonable registration fees for applicable events. Applications must be accompanied by supporting documents such as quotes for equipment purchase or facility upgrades, budget for events, and letters of support from property owners for facility upgrades. Long term lease or use agreements must be in place.

A COMPLETE description of the project is required on the application, including an explanation of who will benefit and the anticipated results of the project and a detailed budget with quotes to substantiate expenses.

Grants are intended only for those projects unable to operate on a cost recovery basis.

WHERE TO APPLY?

Submit your completed application to: Horse Council BC, Attn: Finance Dept., 27336 Fraser Hwy Aldergrove, B.C., V4W 3N5 or by email to  [email protected]

FORMS

Core Grant Funding Request 2023 fillable

WHAT TYPES OF PROJECTS QUALIFY?

The grant is open to all types of projects including provincial championships*, national or FEI competitions, equipment purchase, facility upgrades, or special events.

*The only competitions that will be considered for Core Grants are championships of provincial level or higher.

WHAT TYPES OF PROJECTS DO NOT QUALIFY?

Core grants are not open to “trail” projects. These projects should apply for a HCBC BC Equestrian Trail Grant.

Clinics and other educational events will not be considered for Core funding as they are eligible for Participation, Education and Region grants.

2022 CORE GRANT RECIPIENTS

Club/Group Project
Cariboo Country Carriage Club Dressage Judge Cabannas
Boundary Horse Association Stall Replacement
Bowen Island Horse Owners and Riders Assoc. Ring Rejuvination
Campbell River Trail Riders Facility Repairs
Cowichan Dressage Club Cargo Trailer Purchase
Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Assoc. Facility Improvement
East Kootenay Equestrian Assoc. Arena Footing Upgrade
Northern Saddle Club Jump Storage Containers
Powell River Trail Riders Club Stall Upgrade
Slocan Valley Outriders Assoc. Perimeter fencing
Tiny Tales Pony Rescue School Room
Trail Horseman Society Dressage Arena
Vimy Western Riding Club Driveway Improvement