"It takes a community to raise a healthy child."

Get Bent Community Supporters

Get Bent programs are supported by community partners who are dedicated to help build "healthy individuals & a healthy community".  Through the generous support of community supporters, Get Bent is able to offer affordable programs that benefit people of all ages, abilities and income levels.  Donations from community partners go directly into the delivery of Get Bent programs for youth, adults and seniors.

The generous donations of community partners include:

Get Bent Financial Support

As an inclusive organization, Get Bent strongly believes everyone should have access to healthy recreation programs regardless of financial circumstance.  Through charitable programs like JumpStart and KidSport, many youth are able to participate in the values-based programs at Get Bent. 

Get Bent also offers various payment options to adult members who cannot afford to pay full program fees.  To determine if you qualify, please contact Get Bent to arrange a confidential interview.  The guardians of youth aged 4-14 should apply for financial assistance through the following initiatives:

JUMPSTART Giving Kid's a Sporting Chance The Canadian Tire JumpStart Program is a community-based charity that helps kids in financial need aged 4-18 participate in organized sport and recreation so youth can develop important life skills, self-esteem and confidence. JumpStart Application

Get Bent Community Involvement

Get Bent Coordinators Wendy Williams and John Goudie are members of the following community organizations:

• Seniors' Wellness Society - Wendy Williams, Vice President

• South Okanagan Yoga Association - Wendy Williams, Faculty Member

• Junior Chamber International - Wendy Williams, Member

• Middle Eastern Dance Association - Wendy Williams, Member

• Network on Children, Youth & Families - John Goudie, Member

• Art Gallery of the South Okanagan - John Goudie, Member

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