About Us

Our Story, Mission, and Commitment

Why the Francesco Aquilini Legacy Initiative exists, what we stand for, and how we are building pathways for young people and families across British Columbia.

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How it works

We keep the process simple. Tell us who you are, what you're working toward, and what support would make a difference. We review every submission and follow up personally.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Scholarship applications are assessed each term. Play It Forward requests can be submitted at any time.

Step 1: Choose the program that fits your situation below. Step 2: Complete the application form. Be specific — the more we understand your situation, the better we can help. Step 3: Our team reviews your submission and follows up within two weeks.

Who can apply

Our initiatives are open to B.C. residents. Scholarship applicants must be enrolled at or accepted to SFU, UBC, BCIT, or KPU. Future Forward applicants must be current post-secondary students. Play It Forward requests are open to any youth sport team or program operating in British Columbia.

We prioritize applicants from underserved communities, those facing financial barriers, and Indigenous youth.

If you're not sure which program fits, use the general inquiry form below and we'll point you in the right direction.

Scholarship Application

Up to $20,000 for a four-year degree · $10,000 for a two-year diploma

Financial support plus wraparound mentorship, peer networks, and internship access. Six awards per year are dedicated to Indigenous students through the Chief Ernie Campbell Memorial Fund.

Open to students at SFU, UBC, BCIT, and KPU.

Apply for a Scholarship →

Future Forward Challenge

$10,000 per category · $50,000 grand prize

Open to post-secondary students with bold ideas for tackling real-world challenges in agriculture and climate resilience, sustainable development, or community wellbeing.

Applications open 2026. Award presented spring 2027.

Register Your Interest →

Play It Forward Request

Targeted support for urgent sport needs

Has your team hit an unexpected wall? Whether it's equipment, registration fees, travel costs, or accessible gear — if sport is the goal and the barrier is financial, we want to hear from you.

Submit a Request →

Get in touch

Have a question, a partnership idea, or want to learn more about getting involved? Fill out the form below and someone from our team will be in touch.

We aim to respond within five business days.