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Youth sports funding for coaches, athletic directors, schools, and nonprofits
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Active Living Grant
by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Supports programs making it easier for people of all ages to be physically active. Youth sports and safe play initiatives prioritized.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, community organizations, government agencies
Special Olympics State Chapter Grants
by Special Olympics USA
State chapters provide mini-grants to local programs offering sports training and competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Who can apply: Schools, community organizations, group homes, day programs
NFL Foundation Grassroots Grant
by NFL Foundation
Supports youth football programs, coach training, equipment safety, and community recreation facilities. Focuses on safety and access.
Who can apply: Youth football organizations, nonprofits, schools, municipalities
USTA Foundation Youth Grant
by USTA Foundation
Provides grants to organizations using tennis as a vehicle to develop good character, academic success, and physical health in youth from under-resourced communities.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, parks & rec departments
State Farm Good Neighbor Grant
by State Farm
Community-focused grants supporting education, safety, and community development including youth sports programs.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, government agencies
Florida Department of Health Healthy Communities Grant
by Florida Department of Health
Florida state funding for community programs improving physical activity and health outcomes. Youth sports programs eligible.
Who can apply: Florida nonprofits, schools, local governments
Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Development Grant
by Texas Amateur Athletic Federation
TAAF provides grants to member leagues for program development, equipment, and facility improvements across Texas.
Who can apply: TAAF member leagues and organizations in Texas
US Soccer Foundation Safe Places to Play
by US Soccer Foundation
Funds construction and renovation of mini-pitches in underserved communities. Each grant covers full build cost.
Who can apply: Municipalities, schools, nonprofits, parks departments
PGA REACH Foundation Grant
by PGA REACH Foundation
Funds golf-based youth programs that promote life skills, character development, and access to the game for underserved youth.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, youth programs
Sports Matter Grant
by Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation
Funds underfunded youth sports programs to give every kid a chance to play. Grants of $1,000–$25,000 for equipment, uniforms, field fees, and coaching.
Who can apply: Youth sports leagues, school athletic departments, nonprofits
Good Sports Equipment Grant
by Good Sports
Free sports equipment for youth programs serving kids in need. Provides new equipment, apparel, and footwear to youth organizations.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, youth leagues
CDC Physical Activity Grant (PICH)
by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Funds community programs that increase physical activity among youth and adults. Specifically targets underserved populations.
Who can apply: State/local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, schools
USDA Community Facilities Grant
by USDA Rural Development
Funds development, building, or improvement of essential community facilities including recreational facilities in rural areas. Gyms, fields, courts eligible.
Who can apply: Public bodies, nonprofits in rural areas (population < 20,000)
Nike RBI Youth Development Grant
by MLB Youth Development Foundation
Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) program. Funds baseball and softball programs in underserved urban communities.
Who can apply: Community organizations, nonprofits, parks departments in urban areas
NFHS Foundation Sports Development Grant
by National Federation of State High School Associations Foundation
Supports development of high school sports programs, coach education, and student-athlete leadership. Programs addressing equity in athletics prioritized.
Who can apply: High schools, state athletic associations, nonprofits serving HS sports
Nike Community Impact Fund
by Nike, Inc.
Supports organizations that use the power of sport to move communities forward. Grants for youth athletics in communities near Nike facilities.
Who can apply: Nonprofits in Nike community footprint cities
Positive Coaching Alliance Triple Impact Scholarship
by Positive Coaching Alliance
Provides workshops and training for coaches to develop well-rounded athletes. Grants cover PCA workshops for youth sports organizations.
Who can apply: Youth sports leagues, schools, parks & recreation departments
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants (Skilled Trades)
by Lowe's Companies
Funds school improvement projects including athletic facility improvements, field maintenance equipment, and sports facility renovations.
Who can apply: K–12 public schools, parent-teacher organizations
Amateur Athletic Union Youth Sports Grant
by Amateur Athletic Union
AAU provides member organization grants for youth sports program development, tournament hosting, and athlete development.
Who can apply: AAU member clubs and organizations
Assurant Foundation Youth Sports Grant
by Assurant Foundation
Supports programs that help youth develop life skills through sports. Emphasis on character development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Who can apply: Nonprofits, schools, youth leagues
MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation RBI Grant
by MLB Youth Development Foundation
Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) program. Funds baseball and softball programs in underserved urban communities.
Who can apply: Community organizations, nonprofits, parks departments in urban areas
Positive Coaching Alliance Double-Goal Coach Grant
by Positive Coaching Alliance
Provides workshops and training for coaches to develop well-rounded athletes. Grants cover PCA workshops for youth sports organizations.
Who can apply: Youth sports leagues, schools, parks & recreation departments
Lowe's Toolbox for Education Grant
by Lowe's Companies
Funds school improvement projects including athletic facility improvements, field maintenance equipment, and sports facility renovations.
Who can apply: K–12 public schools, parent-teacher organizations
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