Free to Play Objective:
Supports children by creating the conditions for them to play their own way; moving, imagining, taking risks and connecting with others how they choose.
The Fund aims to:
Increase opportunities for outdoor play;
Reduce barriers that limit everyday outdoor play opportunities;
Contribute to the well-being, confidence, and healthy development of children in your community; and
Contribute to a long-term shift that values outdoor play as essential to childhood
Nova Scotia’s Rural Communities Foundation will involve applicants in the decision-making process. Applicants will be expected to participate in the final allocation process, determining how much each project will recieve - honorarium will be provided for the time spent in allocation meetings.
Application and Decision-Making Process
Step 1: Watch the recording of the information session here
Step 2: Register in the application system
Step 3: Contact RCFNS with any questions or concerns
Step 4: Complete the application form before Feb 24, 2026 at 9pm Atlantic Time
Step 5: Applicants will gather remotely on Friday, Feb 27 (11am AST), March 10 (11am ADT), and March 16 (11am ADT) to determine allocations
Step 6: Allocation decisions announced by end of March 2026
Applicant Guide
Evaluation details will be added to this site.
