Equitable Access to Play

Our Board of Directors recognize the inequities in our sport and are working towards making ultimate more equitable for players by increasing opportunities to play, encouraging participation in leadership, and creating an environment in which all voices are heard and valued.

Financial Support for Players

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee proposed two avenues for financial support:

1) Discretionary Fund

Supports players who do not have the means to afford the registration price of HUC leagues and/or events. Funds are collected via member contributions via a registration link in the Events page (through Zuluru).

2) Flexible Pricing

Flexible pricing will be used for individual registrations in individual hat leagues where pricing may be considered inaccessible otherwise. Any excess funds from the flexible pricing are held in the Discretionary Fund that would be accessible to players that are looking for monetary support from the league.

HUC’S DISCRETIONARY FUND – Explained

Eligibility

Anyone from the Hamilton Ultimate Club community is eligible and may apply for financial assistance. The Discretionary funds will only be available to players if there is money available in the fund. This is dependent on the support provided by HUC members and individual donors. Thank you for your understanding.

Application

An applicant is required to complete the Discretionary Fund Application. The application serves as a way to begin a conversation. HUC understands that each individual’s situation is unique and we are committed to working with our membership to try to find a mutually-agreeable solution. 

Please note that any personal information collected by HUC will remain private and confidential. Your information will not be shared outside the Board of Directors.

HUC’S Flexible Pricing – Explained

Where feasible, as determined by the Board, we will use a flexible pricing model to allow people to pay a range of prices – if your situation allows you to pay more, you can do so knowing that your support will go towards subsidizing others who have less means. Together, we can keep our sport and community accessible!

How it Works:

People with more access to money, family wealth, and overall financial stability pay more for the same services than those who are less financially secure. That way, everyone pays closer to a similar percentage of their expendable income for our league. While the world still runs on money, this is the best way to ensure our Club can continue providing awesome events and experiences for everyone!

As you decide whether you should pay more, less, or the same amount as our starting rates, you’ll consider the following:

• • Your household income
  • Your access to family assets & wealth, or assistance you provide to your family
  • Your debt to income ratio
  • The relative costs of meeting your basic needs

Other ideas for making our league more accessible:

• carpool programs

• high school support and outreach

• recruiting volunteers (proactive outreach to current members)

*Can you help with any of these ideas or have some of your own? Contact Us to let us know!