Grant Application Form - Rewired Recovery Foundation
Application for a $10,000 grant for SoberFest 2026, an alcohol and drug-free family-friendly festival.
Grant Application Form
Basic Information
For what type of grant are you applying?
Category: Special Event (Selected)
Project / Event / Program Name & Description: SoberFest 2026 – A family-friendly, substance-free music festival celebrating recovery, community, and wellness with live performances, local vendors, a massive interactive kids zone, and safe, inclusive entertainment. The goal is to raise treatment beds to giveaway in our area.
Grant amount applied for: $10,000 % of project/event/program budget: 4.7% Date the project, activity, event or program will occur: August 15, 2026
- Has your organization ever received grant funding from the Town? No
- Has your organization received a permissive tax exemption from the Town? No
- Does your organization issue grants to other organizations? No
Attachments Required
- Resolution of Board of Directors to request a Grant in Aid from the Town of View Royal.
- Prior years financial statements of the organization.
- Documentation Town funding will not be used to fund grants to other organizations (if applicable)
About Your Organization
Legal Name of Organization: Rewired Recovery Foundation
Contact: Mike Manhas Title: Founder/ general member Society Registration Number: S0076877 Year Registered: 2022 Charity Registration Number: 754018547 rr0001 Year Registered: 2023 Year Founded: 75401 8547 RR0001 Fiscal year end: 31 / 07 (day/month)
List any other geographic areas in which your organization operates: Southern Vancouver Island
Your Organization’s Personnel
1) Organization Executive and Staff:
- President: Steven Hall
- Secretary/Treasurer: Ewan Kirkaldy
- Board Members: Mike Manhas
2) List the staff or volunteer positions involved in carrying out the project:
| Name and Position | Paid | Volunteer |
|---|---|---|
| 100's of volunteers for SoberFest | ✓ | |
| event coordinator | ✓ | |
| media, social media, and advertising | ✓ | |
| entertainment | ✓ | |
| Kids Zone | ✓ |
Your Organization’s Objectives and Services
1) Describe your organization's mission statement and how your services meet them: The Rewired Recovery Foundation empowers individuals and families affected by addiction through accessible recovery programs, education, and community wellness initiatives. Our services—including free support groups, mentorship, and wellness workshops—directly advance this mission by providing residents of View Royal with the tools, guidance, and support needed to achieve sustainable recovery and improve overall well-being.
Your Proposed Program Budget
1) Please list all expenses and sources of project revenue, including "in-kind" contributions from your (or any other) organization.
| A. Income | Last Fiscal Year (If program was in existence) | This Fiscal Year (Proposed program budget) |
|---|---|---|
| Town of View Royal | ||
| Fees or Membership Dues | ||
| Government Revenue (specify below) | 27500 | 70000 |
| Destination Victoria | 12500 | applied for prov and municpl grants |
| Langford | 15000 | 15000 |
| Interest income | ||
| Bingo revenues | ||
| Direct access revenues | ||
| Fundraising projects | ||
| Other Revenue (specify below) | ||
| Reserve | 87840 | 119656 |
| TOTAL INCOME | 115340 | 189656 |
| B. Expenses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Administration | 35873.57 | 60600 |
| Wages/Honouraria/Benefits | 0 | 0 |
| Supplies and Equipment | 112800 | 137000 |
| Major Capital Costs | 0 | 0 |
| Mortgage/Rent/Utilities | 0 | 0 |
| Fees (licensing, etc.) | 0 | 0 |
| Insurance | 3000 | 3000 |
| Advertising/Printing/etc. | 17100 | 22500 |
| Other (specify below) | 4000 | 4000 |
| merchandise | ||
| TOTAL EXPENSES | 172773.57 | 223500 |
Details of Your Organization’s Grant Request
1) Nature and goals of the project, program or event: SoberFest, organized by the Rewired Recovery Foundation, is an annual alcohol and drug-free festival celebrating recovery and wellness. The event connects individuals in recovery, families, and the community through workshops, music arts, and wellness activities. It raises awareness, promotes healthy lifestyles, and provides access to recovery resources, fostering support resilience. By achieving these goals, SoberFest aligns with the mission of the Rewired Foundation empowering participants to sustain recovery, strengthen resilience, and contribute positively to their community.
2) Summary of direct and indirect benefits to the Town of View Royal: SoberFest promotes wellness and recovery for residents of all ages. It provides a safe, alcohol- and drug-free community environment. Local families gain access to support programs and educational resources. The event encourages healthy lifestyles through arts, music, and workshops. Businesses benefit from increased visitors attending the festival in town. Community connections are strengthened through networking and shared recovery experiences. The festival raises awareness about mental health and addiction resources. It supports the town’s vision of a healthy, engaged community.
Conditions of Funding
- The applicant must acknowledge the support of the Town in all printed and publicity material related to the project, event, or program;
- Funds must be used for the purpose for which they were requested. Any funds not used for the requested purpose must be returned to the Town.
- Funds will be released as follows: a. Grants in aid provided for annual programs will be released at 100% at time of approval by Council; b. Grants in aid provided for special projects or events will be released at 50% at time of approval by Council and 50% after receipt of the final report; c. Conditional grants in aid will be paid 100% upon satisfactory proof that the conditions, as set by Council, have been met.
- Organizations receiving grants from the Town shall provide an accounting of the project or program for which the grant was approved as follows: a. Where the grant in aid was for a specific project or event the applicant must submit a final report within 45 days after the project or event is complete. b. Where the grant in aid was in support of an annual program, the applicant must submit a final report within 60 days of the end of the organization's fiscal year.
- An final report must include the following information: i. Evaluation of the project, event, or program; ii. Financial statement of actual revenue and expenses for the project, event or program; iii. Attendance figures, if applicable; iv. Number of participants in the project, event, or program; and v. Evaluation of the direct and indirect benefits to the Town.
- In the event that the project or program is not completed, the grant recipient organization must notify the Town as soon as practical and refund any grant funds that have been provided for that project.
Your Directors’ Declaration
We, the undersigned, do hereby certify that this application and all appended forms and/or documents contain a full and accurate account of all matters stated:
Name: Steven Hall Title: Board Chair Date: February 27, 2026
Name: Ewan Kirkaldy Title: Treasurer Date: Feb 27/2026
REWIRED RECOVERY FOUNDATION
Financial Information
Year Ended July 31, 2025