MASRC Sports Equipment Bank
About the MASRC Sports Equipment Bank
The Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council is dedicated to the collection of both new and gently used sports equipment donations.
Though the MASRC Sports Equipment Bank, we facilitate the redistribution of these donated items to a wide range of recipients, including individuals, communities, and various organizations throughout the province.
Through our extensive network and partnerships, we aim to ensure that sports equipment is accessible to all, promoting physical activity, inclusivity, and community engagement across our region.
Requesting Sports Equipment
Please Read Before Submitting a Request
Due to a high volume of applications, our response time for equipment requests is currently 5 to 10 business days. Please be aware that our program relies on donations, and the availability of equipment depends on our stock. Some requests may be unfulfilled due to limited availability. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to meet the needs of our community.
MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Individual Request Form: Online Fillable Form Instructions
This form is for individuals only. To complete a request for a team, group, or organization, please continue to the next section below.
Families requesting multiple sets of equipment must fill out a separate copy of the MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Individual Request Form for each member of their family that they are requesting equipment for.
- This form is the MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Individual Request Form and is online fillable for your convenience.
- To fill out the form, click on the following link: [MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Individual Request Form].
- The form will open in a new browser window, where you can click and fill out the subject fields online.
- Complete all required fields within the form.
- After completing the form, download/save it to your computer.
- Note: If it is not downloaded/saved to your computer, then it will not save, and you will have to restart.
- Saved/downloaded forms can be submitted using one of the following methods:
- Print the downloaded/saved form and:
- Fax it to 204-925-5716 OR
- Mail it to: Mel Whitesell, 105-145 Pacific Ave, Winnipeg MB R3B 2Z6
- Email the downloaded/saved form as an attachment to mel.whitesell@masrc.com.
- Print the downloaded/saved form and:
Please note that our processing time for equipment requests is between 5-10 business days, excluding holidays.
For questions regarding the status of your request, please reach out to warehousesupervisor@masrc.com.
MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Group/Team/Organization Request Form: Online Fillable Form Instructions
This form is for groups, teams, or organizations only. To complete a request for a single individual please return to the section above.
- This form is the MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Group/Team/Organization Request Form and is online fillable for your convenience.
- To fill out the form, click on the following link: [MASRC Sports Equipment Bank Group/Organization/Team Request Form].
- The form will open in a new browser window, where you can click and fill out the subject fields online.
- Complete all required fields within the form.
- After completing the form, download/save it to your computer.
- Note: If it is not downloaded/saved to your computer, then it will not save, and you will have to restart.
- Saved/downloaded forms can be submitted using one of the following methods:
- Print the downloaded/saved form and:
- Fax it to 204-925-5716 OR
- Mail it to: Mel Whitesell, 105-145 Pacific Ave, Winnipeg MB R3B 2Z6
- Email the downloaded/saved form as an attachment to mel.whitesell@masrc.com.
- Print the downloaded/saved form and:
Please note that our processing time for equipment requests is between 5-10 business days, excluding holidays. Large group equipment requests may take an additional 5-10 business days to complete.
For questions regarding the status of your request, please reach out to warehousesupervisor@masrc.com.
MASRC Urban Bike Program
This program addresses our goal of providing independent, reliable, and safe transportation to Indigenous youth that have moved from rural and/or remote communities to live in Winnipeg for school or for work. Rural and/or remote communities are any community further than 100 kms from Winnipeg, with a population size of 8,000 or less.
Applicants must be:
- Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit).
- Youth between the ages of 16-24.
- From a rural or remote community.
- Now living in Winnipeg.
- Have no reliable mode of transportation.
Applications open April 12th, 2024 at 9:00am. To apply:
- Complete the online application form linked here: [MASRC Urban Bike Program Online Application Form]
- Provide an unofficial transcript or a letter of enrollment/letter of employment.
Note: Bikes are distributed to those that 1) apply first and 2) meet all of the criteria. Completing an application form does not guarantee that we will have a bike for you.
For more information, please contact info@masrc.com or 204-925-5737.
Donating Sports Equipment
Please drop-off your equipment donations at one of these locations, which include both of our offices and our partner locations.
For details about a particular location, such as its operating hours and drop-off instructions, kindly reach out to the designated drop-off location directly.
Donation Receipts
Please note that the Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council is not a registered charity, and we are unable to provide donation receipts for charitable donations of sports equipment.
Currently Accepted Equipment Donations
We appreciate all donations; however, due to the amount of donations we receive, and the amount of equipment requests we redistribute, we want to ensure that all equipment donated is in usable condition before it is redistributed to those in need.
Please consider the condition of the equipment before donating. We are currently accepting new and gently used equipment donations.
We do not accept equipment donations that:
- are expired, out of date, or unsafe for use (such as expired personal flotation devices, out-of-date goalie equipment, etc.)
- do not have a pair (such as single skates, single shin pads, etc.)
- are ripped, torn, or cracked
- are missing straps, buckles, snaps, etc.
- are odorous
- are excessively stained
- are dirty, moldy, or mildewy
Equipment in these conditions will be discarded immediately. Please consider recycling these items at your closest textile and other materials recycling depot.
Please read below for a list of equipment we are currently accepting.
| Sport/Activity | List of Currently Accepted Equipment |
| Hockey |
We are currently not accepting single pairs of hockey socks or practice jerseys due to an overwhelming amount of donations. However; we are currently accepting team sets of jerseys. Single jerseys and/or hockey socks can be donated to your local second-hand store or recycled at one of Winnipeg's recycling depots.
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| Court Sports (Volleyball, Basketball) |
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| Racquet Sports (Badminton, Tennis) |
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Field Sports (Lacrosse, Soccer) |
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| Softball/Baseball |
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| Golf |
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| Swimming/Water Activities |
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| Fitness Equipment |
Please note that due to the size of our equipment warehouse, we are unable to accept large fitness equipment donations including, but not limited to, rowing machines or ERGs, treadmills, compound exercise machines, squat racks, etc. We can, however, connect you with a community that may be interested in your donation. Contact us at info@masrc.com for more information. |
| Coaching Equipment |
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Don't see an item or sport listed above? No problem! We accept and distribute a wide range of sports & recreation equipment. If your type of equipment isn't listed above, please contact 204-925-5737 or 204-942-6615. |
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