Grant Benefits

Your provincial or territorial association has the opportunity to receive a grant that brings the You Make THE Difference National Initiative to every fair board in your region—delivering long-term impact at no cost to participants.

As part of this province-wide initiative, every participating fair board will receive exclusive access to the You Make THE Difference mobile app—a powerful tool designed to support, equip, and connect community leaders all year long. With on-demand training, ready-to-use resources, and real-time access to a national community of peers, support is now just a tap away.

What the Grant Includes:

A province-wide in-person training tour designed to meet the unique needs of every fair board and agricultural society in your region.

Unlimited access to a comprehensive online training hub, featuring videos, step-by-step guides, and practical tools to support ongoing leadership development and community impact.

Exclusive access to the You Make THE Difference mobile app for every participating fair board—a powerful tool to support, equip, and connect leaders all year long. With on-demand training, ready-to-use resources, and access to a nationwide community, support is now just a tap away.

Participation by Ian Hill at your annual provincial conference or convention, including the delivery of a featured keynote address. Ian will attend in person to inspire, energize, and equip your members through his keynote and active involvement in key sessions or workshops. All travel, accommodation, and participation costs are fully covered by the grant, allowing your organization to benefit without any added expense—while maximizing reach, value, and province-wide engagement

A $1,000 administrative grant to support coordination of the program in your province or territory.

Why This Award Matters:

Transformative Impact:

Equip your fair boards and agricultural societies with practical tools and strategies that improve operations, boost volunteer engagement, and strengthen connections within the community.

Province-Wide Collaboration:

Encourage a unified, province-wide approach—fostering stronger relationships, shared learning, and collective problem-solving among fair boards and rural organizations across your region.

Lasting Legacy:

With unlimited access to the online training platform, fair boards in your province or territory will have the resources to train new leaders and volunteers for years to come—ensuring knowledge is passed on and momentum is sustained.