Home Team Boost
For the teams that bring our communities together.
The Home Team Boost is Libro’s way of supporting community-based sports teams that help children and youth stay active, bring families together, and create a sense of belonging. Up to 100 teams will receive a $500 boost from Libro. We’re proud to support the teams that make that happen.
What is the Home Team Boost?
$50,000 to local sports teams
Libro is providing Home Team Boosts to support local sports teams across our region.
- Up to 100 teams will receive a $500 boost
- Funds can be used for things like equipment, fees, travel, or other team needs
- The program is designed to help kids and youth keep playing the sports they love
How It Works
Teams apply through a simple online form. Applications are reviewed by a selection committee at Libro, with the goal of supporting a wide range of teams, sports, and communities.
Who Can Apply
Community-based sports teams that support children and youth ages 4–18 and are based in Libro communities across Southwestern Ontario. Only one application per team will be accepted each year. Click here for the full list of program guidelines.
Congratulations to the Spring 2026 Sponsored Winners!
| Team | Sport |
|---|---|
| Huron Perth Region | |
| Huron Perth Lakers AAA U12 | Hockey |
| Kincardine Cardinals U15 Select | Baseball / Softball |
| Londesboro Legends (Londesboro Minor Baseball) | Baseball / Softball |
| Mitchell Minor Fastball | Baseball / Softball |
| North Perth Outlaws Lacrosse | Lacrosse |
| St. Columban Soccer U18 Girls I Model | Soccer |
| Stratford Nationals 8U | Baseball / Softball |
| Stratford Stingers Attack | Volleyball |
| Western Ontario Team Cattle Penning Association | Cattle Penning |
| Lambton Kent Middlesex Region | |
| Chatham Diamonds 2011 | Baseball / Softball |
| Forest Ringette Association | Ringette |
| Sarnia Brigade 11U Rep | Baseball / Softball |
| South Kent Lightning U9MD | Hockey |
| Strathroy United FC 2015 Boys Competitive | Soccer |
| Wyoming Lady Wranglers U9 Red | Baseball / Softball |
| London Elgin Region | |
| Aylmer Pirates U15 Select | Baseball / Softball |
| Compass Basketball | Basketball |
| Fingal Storm Fastball | Baseball / Softball |
| Highland Junior Dragons | Curling |
| Ilderton Ignite (2016 Girls) | Soccer |
| North London Nationals 8U Rep | Baseball / Softball |
| NW Wildcats | Soccer |
| Southwest London Scorpions 13U Select | Baseball / Softball |
| St. Thomas U11 - Black | Hockey |
| St. Thomas Cardinals 9U | Baseball / Softball |
| Wolverines U10 | Football |
| Oxford Haldimand Norfolk Region | |
| Caledonia Bears 15U | Baseball / Softball |
| Haldimand Bulls U11 | Baseball / Softball |
| Haldimand Huskies U15 | Basketball |
| Simcoe Timberwolves Lacrosse U13A | Lacrosse |
| Woodstock FC Boys 2011 | Soccer |
| Woodstock Wranglers 2013 T1 | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Region | |
| Kitchener Klassics U13 White | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Ghosts U13 Yager | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers 10UT2 | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers 11U Tier 2 | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers 13U Tier 2 | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers 14U | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers 9U Tier 2 | Baseball / Softball |
| Waterloo Tigers U11 Select | Baseball / Softball |
| Windsor Essex Region | |
| Baseball / Softball | Baseball / Softball |
| Amherstburg Fusion U13 Girls | Soccer |
| Essex Yellowjackets | Baseball / Softball |
| Kingsville U11 Girls Fastpitch | Baseball / Softball |
| Lake Erie North Stars U11A | Hockey |
| Lakeshore Storm U15 Selects | Baseball / Softball |
| Leamington SC United | Soccer |
| Leamington Whitecaps U13 | Baseball / Softball |
| SC United U12 Girls | Soccer |
| Tecumseh Eagles U11B | Hockey |
Libro Accounts That Work for You
Explore these financial products and services for youth and community groups. Visit our home page for additional options and offers.
Go Free Chequing
Chequing account for those aged 25 and under with no monthly fee.
$0/month
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Monthly Fee
- Free for anyone under the age of 26
Key Benefits
- Unlimited transactions
- Unlimited surcharge-free Interac ATM withdrawals*
- Free unlimited Interac e-Transfers
- 10 free Interac Request Money transactions per month
Community
Fee-free account for small non-profit organizations and service groups with no borrowing requirements.
$0/month
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Key Benefits:
- 30 Transactions included and then $0.75 per additional transaction
- 5 surcharge-free Interac ATM withdrawals* per month, then $1 each
- $1.50 surcharge: Interac e-Transfer
- Free transfers to loan payments, chequing, savings, and investments.
Additional Details:
*Does not include fees charged by other financial institutions or independent ATM owners for the use of their ATM. To avoid extra fees, use Libro ATMs or those found on our locations page.
RESP
A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is an easy way to save money for post-secondary education. RESPs help you by collecting money through government grants and accumulating all earnings on your investments — tax-free.
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- Save for post-secondary education for your children or grandchildren
- Money grows, tax-sheltered
- Government grants, learning bonds and more can increase your savings significantly
- Open an RESP at Libro and receive a matching first contribution up to $50!
Program Guidelines
Eligibility Requirements
The team must offer organized sport activities for children and youth ages 4 to 18.
The team must be based in one of the following communities:
- Chatham-Kent
- Haldimand County
- Huron County
- London & Middlesex County
- Sarnia & Lambton County
- Norfolk County
- Oxford County
- Perth County
- St. Thomas & Elgin County
- Waterloo Region
- Windsor and Essex County
Only one application per team will be accepted each year
Ineligible Applications
This program does not fund:
- Individual athletes or participants
- Private or for-profit sport clubs
Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.
The Home Team Boost program supports up to 100 teams each year. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee at Libro.
Funding decisions will be made at the discretion of Libro, with the goal of supporting a wide range of teams and communities across our operating region.
When reviewing applications, the selection committee may consider factors such as:
- How the funding will support participation and access for youth
- A mix of sports, age groups, and seasons
- Overall demand during each intake period
- Geographic coverage across Libro communities
- Teams may apply once per year. Teams not selected are welcome to apply again in a future intake.
Timing
- Application Opens: March 16, 2026
- Application Closes: April 20, 2026
- Decision Announcement: Beginning May 15
- Disbursement: First week of June
Social Media Package for Home Team Boost Teams
Download this social media kit to help you share on your team's social media accounts. It includes images and videos for Facebook/Instagram, as well as logos that can be used online or on team shirts or jerseys.
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