Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Black Chambers Cavalry FC Athletic Scholarship
About this award
$5,000 for Black Canadian student-athletes attending a Calgary post-secondary institution — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can win one of two awards valued at $5,000 each. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a Black Canadian athlete balancing the demands of a varsity sports team and a full-time college or university program in Calgary. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to tuition. Confirm with your school's financial aid office how this credit will appear on your account so you can plan your payments. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar — allow 1–2 weeks.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Submit by Jun 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is focusing only on your sport.
Winners instead show how their discipline on the field translates to success in the classroom.
Mention specific ways being a varsity athlete makes you a better student.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a coach who barely knows you.
Winners instead secure a reference that speaks to both their athletic grit and their academic reliability.
Since there is a preference for one man and one woman, emphasize your role within your specific varsity team.