The SICC RESP Match Fund is a contribution-matching grant designed to reduce barriers to education savings and support low-income families in building a brighter future for their children. By matching RESP contributions, we help families take meaningful steps toward post-secondary education—one dollar at a time.

Too many families face systemic barriers that make saving for education difficult. While programs like the Canada Learning Bond exist, participation remains low, and many children are left without the financial foundation they need for future learning.

The SICC RESP Match Fund supports families at every step of their education savings journey—no matter how much they are able to contribute.

Families only need to apply once—enrollment is automatically renewed each year

Families must submit proof of RESP contributions by March 31 each year to receive the annual matching grant. To ensure fair and timely distribution of funds, late submissions cannot be processed. We encourage families to submit early as grants will be disbursed on a first-come-first-served basis.

The SICC RESP Match Fund is currently available to:

• Parents or guardians of Grade One students

• Families who have a balance of $4000 or less on their child’s RESP account

• Households that are currently receiving the Canada Learning Bond (CLB)

Note: Applicants may be asked to provide supporting documents to confirm eligibility.

What makes SICC unique is how this fund is built. The RESP Match Fund is powered by people:

• Students lead fundraising through the Social Spark Challenge

• Families organize their own community-driven initiatives

• Community partners and sponsors contribute to expanding the fund

Together, we are creating a movement—where communities invest in their own children’s futures.

The SICC RESP Match Fund is not just financial support—it’s a catalyst for change. Through participation, families and students:

• Build lifelong saving habits

• Develop a sense of agency and possibility

• Become part of a growing network of changemakers

Take the first step toward your child’s education future.

Want to make a difference? You can help expand access to education savings:

• Sponsor a child’s RESP match

• Partner with us as a community or corporate supporter

• Join or launch a fundraising initiative

e-transfer: support@sicc-canada.ca (please specify "RESP Match Fund " in the note)

(Your support directly advances our mission; however, we are not presently able to offer income tax receipts. )

Have questions or want to get involved?