Donate to REAL

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Your support gives every child a chance! For donations over $2500, please donate by cheque or in person at the locations noted below.

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Why Support REAL?

Every Dollar Counts: your full donation goes directly to helping kids. The City of St. John’s provides all staff and administrative-related expenses.
Local Impact: Your gift supports local families in need and local businesses right here in St. John’s. Children and youth are placed in local sport, music and art programs, rei-investing your donation back into the community.

Inclusive: we support participants of all abilities, genders, and demographics, ranging in age from toddler to teen.

Diverse Opportunities: from music to leadership, dance to sports — we help every child find their spark.
We’ll Get Them There: transportation provided for families who need it.
Support at Every Step: Our friendly team helps families register, choose the right fit, and access gear.
Confidential: REAL staff and partners ensure that confidentiality of families supported by REAL is a priority.

Ways to Donate

Online

With our new online donation form, supporting REAL has never been easier.

You can also donate using your RECconnect account.

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In Person

Drop off your donation at the following locations:

Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive
H.G.R. Mews Centre Community Centre, 60 Blackler Ave
REAL Program Office, 1 Crosbie Place
Access St. John's, first floor City Hall, 10 New Gower Street

By Mail

REAL Program, City of St. John's

P.O. Box 908

St. John's, NL

A1C 5M2

Recycle for REAL

Bring recyclables to any Ever Green Recycling Depot and use the phone number 709-576-8684.

Donate Sports Equipment

We accept new or gently used gear to outfit children for their chosen activity.

Organizations Can Help Too!

Sponsor the REAL Program through corporate funding
Host a fundraiser or event
Offer payroll deductions for employee giving

Become a Partner

Open the door to opportunity by offering a free or discounted space in your program for a child or teen in need. Whether it’s music, art, science, sports, dance, fitness, or youth leadership, your program can be the spark that ignites a young person’s passion.

By partnering with the REAL Program, you’re not just filling a spot — you’re changing a life.

Ready to partner with us? Complete the Partnership Application today and help build brighter futures in our community.