When Community Steps Up, Athletes Rise

Canadian skateboarders are pushing harder than ever on the international stage — but the reality behind the scenes is that our athletes are doing it with limited support, minimal funding, and a whole lot of heart. That’s why moments of community leadership matter so deeply. And this week, two long-time champions of Canadian skateboarding stepped up in an incredible way.

Jay Mandarino (Founder of CJ’s SKATEPARK) and Paul Anderson have joined forces to offer a combined $20,000 in matching donations for our campaign supporting Canadian skateboarders competing internationally. Their generosity couldn’t come at a more important time, and the impact will be felt immediately.

Double the Support. Double the Impact.

Every dollar donated from today forward — whether it’s $5, $50, or $500 — will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $20,000. That means your contribution goes twice as far in helping our riders train, travel, and compete at the highest level.

These matched funds will directly support athletes heading to key international events, such as the recent World Cup event in Kitakyushu, Japan.. For riders fighting to carve out a path in a sport that often flies under the radar in Canada, this support is game-changing.

Coming Together When It Matters Most

Across the country, athletes in many sports are facing chronic underfunding. Skateboarding — still a newer Olympic sport — is no exception. But what makes skateboarding special is the way its community rallies together when it’s needed most.

Jay and Paul’s commitment is a powerful example of that spirit: local leaders who believe in the next generation and who understand that real progress comes when the whole community gets behind its athletes.

Their generosity sends a message: Canadian skateboarders deserve the chance to show the world what they can do. And together, we can help make that happen.

How You Can Help

If you’ve ever watched a Canadian skater land a run that made you proud, if you’ve ever seen the determination it takes to compete internationally, or if you simply believe in supporting homegrown athletes — now is the moment.

Your donation today:

• Will be doubled thanks to Jay and Paul

• Goes directly to our national athletes

• Helps cover essential travel, training, and competition costs

• Supports skaters representing Canada at the World Cup and beyond

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Thank You for Standing Behind Our Skaters

We’re incredibly grateful for the leadership of Jay Mandarino and Paul Anderson, and for every person in our skate community who continues to show up, donate, share, and cheer these athletes on.

Together, we’re not just funding trips — we’re building a pathway for Canadian skateboarders to thrive on the world stage.

Donate today and help us push Canadian skateboarding forward.

Twice the support. Twice the impact. One united community.