Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Athletic Excellence Fund

    Wednesday, 12 February 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Individuals must submit their applications to their respective Provincial Sport Organization by March 3rd.

    Applications are being accepted for the 2025 Athletic Excellence Fund, which supports athletes by providing financial assistance to help offset costs associated with training and competition. Funding is provided to athletes through five channels – the Premier’s Athletic Awards, the Team Gushue Awards, the Michelle Healey Memorial Award, the Elite Athlete Assistance Program, and the Sport NL Scholarship Program. In order to apply, applicants must be members in good standing of a Provincial Sport Organization. Individuals must submit their applications to their respective Provincial Sport Organization by March 3rd. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. More information can be found at gov.nl.ca

     

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