Established in 2012, Giving Tuesday — coming up on December 2, 2025 (after all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday frenzy) — is about inspiring generosity and connection. It’s a global movement that encourages people to give back, lend a hand, and celebrate the power of community. For local non-profits, it’s also a meaningful opportunity to raise funds and support the programs that make our communities stronger.
This year, at Trail Bicycles we continue our commitment to support the JohnHoward KidStart Program. We have raised over $8600 in the last 4 years - let's add to that!
JEFF WILL BE MATCHING DONATIONS TO A SUSTAINABLE LIMIT AGAIN. (Keep scrolling to find out how to donate.)
The JohnHoward KidStart Program is a one-to-one mentoring program for children and youth ages 6-12 in the Comox Valley and Campbell River.
Mentoring is provided by dedicated, caring and carefully screened adult mentors. Through these one-on-one relationships kids have a chance to strengthen their resilience to challenges they may encounter. Each child in KidStart has different reasons for needing support, whether it be the loss of a family member, challenges at school or stressors at home. Mentors support their mentees through activities that build confidence and self-esteem, increase connections to the community, and most importantly create opportunities for them to just be kids and have fun. This free service engages youth, encourages positive achievements, and supports mental and physical health. Games and arts and crafts definitely feature prominently in the activities that mentors and mentees do together!
KidStart depends entirely on community based fundraising, grants, and donations. Trail Bicycles is proud to be a part of this.
We’re excited to be supporting the JohnHoward KidStart Program for #GivingTuesday again this year!
Donations will be accepted via cash, debit or email transfer between November 23 and December 6, 2025. If you would like to donate via email transfer, please send your donation to shop@trailbicycles.ca and make sure to leave your name and "JohnHoward" in the comment section.
What the John Howard KidStart Program means to us:
* Engaging Youth
* Engaging the Community
* Providing Mentorship to Youth that have limited Resources
* Creating Healthy Communities
* Encourages positive Achievements for Participants
* Bridges Gaps in the System
* Supports Mental & Physical Health
