Founded in 2005, Jumpstart  is a program administered by the Canadian Tire Corporation that helps kids overcome financial and accessibility barriers to sport and recreation in an effort to provide inclusive play for kids of all abilities.This is done through funding provided by donations. For details on applying for a grant for a child to join South Ottawa Little League, please see this link, or email us for assistance at president@southottawalittleleague.ca.

An official partner of Little League International, the Positive Coaching Alliance provides research-based training and resources for coaches, parents, athletes, and leaders to ensure a positive youth development experience for ALL kids, in all communities across the U.S., through sports. PCA ensures sports are ‘done right’  designed to have impact at three levels in a youth sports organization or school:

• YOUTH experience improved life skills and character development.

• COACHES become more positive and increase their focus on using sports to teach life lessons.

• YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS AND SCHOOLS see their cultures become more positive and everyone involved has more fun.
   

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Some good videos and articles that will help parents out during the season:

• 2 Tips for Baseball Parents
• 10 Tips for Sports Parents
• 10 Tips for First-Time Sport Parents
• 5 Tips For Parents to be the Best Backyard Coaches Possible
• The 'Bulldozer Parent'
• Winning and Losing
• How to Teach Kids to Cope With Losing
• How Parents Can Make Or Break Their Kids Sports Experience
• The Importance of Sleep for Young Athletes

Also, please consult the Matheny Manifesto, a communiqué designed by a former Major League player and coach that sets out the repsonsibilities of parents and coaches during the season.