Canadian Transplant Games Grant

INTRODUCTION

The Move For Life Canadian Transplant Games Grant provides financial support to first-time transplant recipients who want to attend the upcoming Canadian Transplant Games in 2026. The Games are a powerful way to build connection, confidence, and community through sport, while celebrating the gift of life.

Move For Life Foundation is proud to support this unique experience by helping reduce the financial burden for individuals who are navigating their first national transplant games competition.

GRANT DETAILS

  • Maximum grant amount: Up to $800 (based on eligibility and availability of funds) 

  • As an added value, if desired, mentoring sessions/calls from Move for Life Foundation athletes

  • Covers: Registration fees, and meals/accommodations if not already included in the Games package

  • Does not cover: Flights, travel insurance, costs related to friends/family/partners, or expenses outside the official event dates

  • Application window: June 2025 – November 2025

  • Evaluation period: December 2025

  • Grant awards announced: End of January 2026

  • Canadian Transplant Games dates: July 5–10, 2026

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must:

  • Be a solid organ transplant recipient

  • Be a first-time participant at either the Canadian or World Transplant Games

  • Be a Canada Citizen, and residing in Canada

  • Be training in or engaged with a sport (or plans to train) (does not need to be competitive)

  • Commit to participating in at least one sport at the 2026 Games

  • Meet all Canadian Transplant Games registration requirements

  • Be medically cleared to participate

  • Be willing to be coached or mentored by Move For Life athletes

    There is no age restriction for this grant.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION

Applicants will be asked to:

  • Submit a completed online application form

  • Provide a personal write-up explaining (maximum words 500):

    • Why you want to attend the Canadian Transplant Games

    • Why you believe you should be selected for the grant

    • Show proof of Games registration and payment for reimbursement

  • Submit documentation of transplant status

  • Disclose any other grants received or crowdfunding efforts

  • Agree to allow Move For Life to use your name and/or image and your story on social media and promotional materials (Check box)

  • Fully complete and respond to all questions in the application form.

RULES & CONDITIONS

  • The grant is not transferable to future Games if you are unable to attend in 2026

  • The grant cannot be exchanged for cash

  • Only the applicant's expenses related to participation are eligible for reimbursement

  • Final decisions will be made by a grant committee and are not subject to appeal