The equipment will be delivered to Sport Central where it will be sorted, repaired, and given out to kids in need. For more information about our process, click here.
FAQs
If the equipment is in is relatively good shape – not cracked, rusted, or broken beyond repair – can be donated to Sport Central. Safety is our first priority.
Sport Central gives equipment primarily to kids in need who live in the Edmonton and surrounding area. We also donate to communities from Red Deer to the northern border of Alberta and to areas outside of Alberta when there is a surplus of equipment.
Sport Central takes equipment for over 15 different sports. Click here for a list of what we accept.
Sport Central is currently in need of:
- Hockey helmets
- Youth and Junior Hockey Sticks
- Hockey Jocks and Jills
- Hockey Neck Guards
- Junior Hockey Goalie Equipment
- Senior Hockey Shoulder Pads
- Senior Hockey Pants
- Junior and Senior Hockey Elbow Pads
- Skate Laces (New)
- Bicycle helmets (New)
- Bicycle bells (New)
- Sleds
- Snowshoes
- Skateboard / Longboards
- Figure Skates
- Junior Snowboards
- Scooters
Yes. For every financial donation over $100, you will receive a charitable tax receipt. Tax receipts are provided automatically through Canada Helps.
Children are referred by a number of agencies including KidSport, Catholic Social Services, schools, government departments and community leagues. Qualified individuals also refer to us such as healthcare professionals, teachers, Edmonton Police Service and Edmonton Fire Fighter’s staff. Family financial status and need must be verified by a suitable professional. Click here to view our Agency Referral Checklist.