Jamie Carroll Foundation

The Jamie Carroll Foundation was created in memory of Jamie Carroll and carries on his love of hockey, community and helping kids.

The Foundation provides financial assistance to children and families in Kelowna and West Kelowna who may otherwise face financial barriers to participating in hockey. Our goal is simple: help more kids get on the ice.

Funds raised through the annual JC Classic and other community initiatives help with hockey-related costs such as registration fees, equipment and development opportunities.

Support the Jamie Carroll Foundation and help more kids access sport and recreation in our community. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 JC Classic 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament. 

Assistance is available to youth who meet all the following criteria:

• Age: Youth aged 4 to 18 years old 
• Residence: Must reside in Kelowna or West Kelowna
• Hockey Participation: Must be registered, or planning to register, in a recognized minor hockey program, including KMHA or WKMHA. 
• Assistance is based on financial need, not athletic performance or academic achievement

This program is inclusive of all children, regardless of gender identity or ability.

The Jamie Carroll Foundation can provide financial support toward:

• Minor hockey registration fees
• Essential hockey equipment, considered on a case-by-case basis
• Other reasonable hockey-related participation costs, considered at the Foundation’s discretion

Support amounts will vary depending on available funds, demonstrated need and the number of applicants.

To apply for financial assistance, please include the following:

1. Application Form/ Written Summary, such as a short paragraph (from parent/guardian) explaining: Why assistance is needed; Which minor hockey program the child plans to participate in; Any additional barriers the family is facing.
2. Proof of Residence, such as a utility bill or school enrollment confirmation.
3. Proof of Student Status, such as a recent report card or school confirmation. This is not used to judge academic performance but to confirm the applicant is actively enrolled.
4. Registration Confirmation or Intent, such as a copy of the minor hockey registration invoice or confirmation of intent to register with KMHA, WKMHA or another recognized minor hockey program. 

Applications will be reviewed confidentially and with respect to privacy and dignity.

Email: JCFoundation@shaw.ca

The Jamie Carroll Foundation evaluates all applications received on or before September 30 each year. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and families are encouraged to apply early.

Applicants will be contacted directly regarding funding decisions. Where possible, approved funding will be distributed directly to the sport organization to assist with registration fees.

Families are encouraged to explore other available funding programs that may assist with minor hockey costs, such as KidSport or Jumpstart, where appropriate. 

If you have applied for or expect to receive funding from another source, please indicate this in your application. This helps the Jamie Carroll Foundation support as many families as possible.

If you have questions about the application process, eligibility, or deadlines, please contact:

Jamie Carroll Foundation

📧 JCFoundation@shaw.ca

📞 250-575-3865

At the Jamie Carroll Foundation, we believe the benefits of sport — including confidence, connection and community — should be available to all children. Through our financial assistance program, we’re proud to help families in Kelowna and West Kelowna access minor hockey and the experience of being part of a team. 

The Foundation is supported through our JC Classic events and community giving initiatives. Families who receive or apply for support are encouraged, when able, to participate, volunteer, attend, or help spread the word about these events and our sponsors. It’s through this shared community effort that we continue to grow and support more young athletes each year.

To learn more about the legacy of Jamie Carroll and our events, click here.