CSCTA
COACH GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM
519-4438 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia V6R 4R8
Purpose
The purpose of the CSCTA Coaching Grant Program is to provide support to coaches to pursue professional developmental opportunities that will enhance their coaching abilities
Criteria
· Member in good standing with the CSCTA, Swimming Canada and their respective Provincial Section and/or Regional Coaches Association.
· Have coached a medalist at Age Group Nationals, Summer Nationals or a finalist at a Major Trials event during the previous season.
· Funding is not available for Conference attendance or NCCP Course registration.
Eligibility
Applications are reviewed and assessed based on their individual merit, the objectives of the CSCTA, the financial resources available, and the following parameters:
· Priority will be given to projects that are innovative and creative, plus indicate initiative and self-help on the part of the applicant.
· Submissions for funding will be accepted at two points in the swim season; applications must be submitted by the deadline to be included.
· Due to limited funds and the volume of applications received, not all requests meeting the established criteria may be approved for the CSCTA Coaching Grant Program.
The Application Process
The following process has been formulated so the CSCTA can deal with applications in a fair, equitable and efficient manner.
· Submitted applications must be complete.
· Applications can be submitted to the Executive Director of the CSCTA, on a project basis by the applicant at any time.
· Please note Application deadline dates for review are twice annually:
o October 31
o April 30
· Decisions on applications will be made within 30 days following the appropriate deadline.
Document Checklist
To assist in the preparation of a completed application, the following 'document checklist' must be included with the application. Additional information may be requested to assess an association’s qualifications for funding.
Please include the following with your application:
· Completed application form.
· A list of other funding applied to, and other funding already committed to the project.
· A detailed budget.
Report and Commitment
A successful applicant shall submit a report to the CSCTA within 45 days of the completion date of the project. This report should include:
· A description of the outcome of the project.
· An evaluation of the success of the project in relation to its objectives.
· A complete financial statement of all income and expenses associated with the project.
· Please note:
o Auditing of stated program goals may also be requested.
o Any funding not utilized for the particular project stated on the application shall be returned to the CSCTA within 60 days of the completion date of the project.
o A condition of accepting funding is that the coaches club must have had a representative attend the CSCTA National Coaches Conference on a regular basis.
For More Information
Please visit: www.csca.org
Contact:
Chris Hindmarch-Watson
Executive Director, CSCTA
Email:
Phone: 604-317-5756
CANADIAN SWIMMING COACHES & TEACHERS ASSOCIATION: What & Who are we?
The Canadian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (CSCTA) is the professional organization for swim coaches across Canada. Each year the CSCTA has approximately 2800 registered coaches from coast to coast.
The CSCTA was incorporated under the Canadian Societies Act in 1991.
Our long standing partnership with Swimming Canada requires all coaches working with a Swimming Canada member club or organization to become a member of the CSCTA. We also have a formal partnership with I Can Swim and Coaches of Canada and work closely with the American Swim Coaches Association. We have a number of members from other swimming organizations not affiliated with these groups.
The CSCTA advocates on behalf of swim coaches at all levels and with different organizations. We have a seat on various Swimming Canada committees and currently hold a seat on the Board of Directors for the World Swim Coaches Association.
The CSCTA provides funding for the following:
1. NCCP Program Development $ 50 000.00
2. Regional Conference Funding $ 7 500.00
3. Personal Coach Funding $ 10 000.00
4. CSCTA Grant Program $ 15 000.00
Every two years the CSCTA hosts a National Conference. This event is an opportunity to bring Canadian Coaches together for a weekend of professional development. In 2010 the CSCTA National Conference was held in Whistler, BC and had over 150 attendees from all 10 provinces. For 2012 the event will be held in Toronto, Ontario.
Application Form:
CSCTA Coaching Grant Program
(Please print clearly or type all responses in the expanding shaded boxes)
First Name: / Last Name:Club: / NCCP Coach #: / CSCTA Reg Category:
Mailing Address:
City/Town: / Province: / Postal Code:
Home Phone: / Work Phone:
E-mail Address:
Please answer the following questions in the space provided (more detailed information may be included in a cover letter or as an additional attachment).
1. What is the purpose and program goals for this funding request?
2. Outline a description of the project.
3. Indicate for this project:
a. # of participants benefitting from this project
b. Location of project
c. Expected start date of project (dd / mm / yyyy)
d. Expected end date of project (dd / mm / yyyy)
4. Indicate any innovative or unique factors that may be associated with this project
Budget Information
Please attach the project budget separately. Budgets need to include the total amount of the project with a breakdown of the costs in category area dependent upon the nature of the project. ie: airfare, accommodation, meals, mileage, etc…
Budgets should also include a list of other revenue sources whether they are from the individual, club, or other funding agency.
Declaration
By signing and submitting this form, I confirm that:
1. The information I have provided on this application for a grant is true, complete and correct and I, the applicant, have personally provided it.
2. I understand that the CSCTA may decline this application:
a. If I have submitted any false statements or concealed a relevant or significant fact as both constitute misrepresentation.
b. If I do not comply with any request for information required by the CSCTA to effectively administer and maintain the integrity of the program.
3. We will represent the CSCTA in a positive manner, and publicly declare support we receive from the CSCTA.
4. I have read, understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions governing the grant outlined above and accept sole responsibility for the expenditure of the grant funds.
5. The person responsible for the proposed project is the Applicant.
Applicant (print name) / Signature / Date (dd/mm/yyyy)Return to:
Chris Hindmarch-Watson
Executive Director, CSCTA
Email:
Phone: 604-317-5756