Community sport plays an integral role in our community. There is overwhelming evidence of the positive direct effects of sport and regular physical activity on health and wellbeing. 

Physical activity:

• Is vital during the early years to develop fundamental movement skills and sustain positive physical activity behaviours for life. 
• Early participation in physical activity will set kids on the path to happier and healthier lives.
• More physical activity equals more focus, motivation, and energy to succeed in school and reach post-secondary education.
• When kids take part in sport, they practice teamwork and collaboration and build the confidence to become leaders.
• Sport equips kids with a sense of belonging and teaches them how to include others. These skills build more inclusive schools, homes, and communities.

That’s where the ‘Every Chance’ Program come in. ‘Every Chance provide’ vouchers of up to $250 to help eligible families (experiencing financial hardship) to helpcover the cost of sports registration fees for junior community sport. 

ACT families experiencing financial barriers have lower levels of participation in sport and recreation. This has a direct impact on their health and wellbeing and on their level of connection to their community.

Through increasing access to quality sport programs, Every Chance to Play strengthens communities across the ACT.

To find out more about the program visit the Every Chance website.