Each year, hundreds of Kin Canada Clubs have the honour of informing local students about their successful Kin Canada Bursaries application. Successful applicants are chosen based on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada/clubs in their region, and demonstrated financial need. The number of bursaries awarded varies by year and is based on the amount of donations received from Kin Canada Clubs and individual giving. Kin Canada Bursaries are competitive - congratulations to all recipients!
The Hal Rogers Endowment Fund disburses a number of named bursaries in honour of people/organizations who have shown support for Kin Canada Bursaries through their financial commitment and or advocacy for the program.
The Diane Rogers Bursary for Excellence was established in 2019 to honour the longstanding contributions and support of Diane Rogers to the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund. Diane Rogers is the daughter of Kin Canada’s Founder, Hal Rogers O.C., O.B.E. Diane Rogers served as the honourary spokesperson of the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund. This bursary is awarded to the top scoring applicant of each year.
The Kevin Denbok Bursary for Musical Studies, which was established at the 1987 National Convention to honour the memory of Kevin Denbok, is available to persons wishing to pursue excellence in the field of music at a school of music. In 1982, Kevin Denbok became the first person in the history of Kin to be made an honorary member of the Association. Kevin, who suffered from cystic fibrosis, died on Nov. 24, 1986, at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto approximately two weeks before his 22nd birthday. Kevin dedicated his life and his music to finding a cure or control for cystic fibrosis and worked extensively with Kinsmen and Kinette clubs across Canada to raise funds for cystic fibrosis research and treatment.
The Bob Pittman Bursary for Business Studies, which was established by the 1990-1991 National Board of Directors to honour the memory of Bob Pittman, is available to persons wishing to pursue excellence in the field of business. In 1990, Kin Bob Pittman, Past Governor of District 4, was made a life member of the Association. Bob dedicated his life and career to striving for excellence through personal development.
The Ian F. McClure Bursary for Business Studies, which was established in 2019 to honour the contributions of Ian F. McClure to the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund, is available to persons residing in Ontario wishing to pursue excellence in the field of business. If there are no eligible business applicants in a year, applicants enrolled in a psychology program are considered.Ian F. McClure was a life member of Kin Canada. He served as the Governor of District 8 in 1968-69. He was the first Kinsmen to be president of Cystic Fibrosis Canada, where he served from 1976 to 1978. Ian F. McClure was also a generous supporter of The Hal Rogers Endowment Fund.
First awarded in 2009, this bursary was named after the Winnipeg Kinsmen for reaching the $50,000 cumulative club donation level. The club initially requested the name include “Jackpot Bingo” to recognize the source of the funds. The name of the bursary was changed in 2021 to recognize Colin Edwards' 40 years of dedicated service to the club. This bursary is awarded to the applicant submitted by the club. If there is no qualified submission from the club, then the bursary goes to the applicant from the nearest geographical location.
This bursary made possible by 10-year funding from the Kin Canada Foundation. First awarded in 2018, it will be awarded up to and including the year 2027. This bursary is in support of recipients with a military or first responder background.
This bursary is awarded to the top-scoring applicant that is a parent or single parent, made possible by the Kinette Club of Calgary.
New in 2023, this bursary is awarded to the top scoring applicant that lives in or around Sudbury, Ontario.
The Kinsmen Club of the Stampede City are proud to introduce a prestigious bursary scholarship awarded annually to an outstanding student enrolled in post-secondary education who demonstrate excellence in balancing the challenges of academics, athletics, and community service. We recognize that the journey of a well-rounded student involves not only excelling in various areas but also navigating the complexities of personal growth and future planning. Education extends beyond the classroom, and this scholarship is a testament to our commitment to nurturing individuals who strive for excellence in all aspects of life.