NFL FLAG Funds - Individual Grants

Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States)

Focus Areas: NFL FLAG youth sports participation

Overview:
The RCX Sports Foundation, in partnership with the National Football League, provides grants for NFL FLAG participation to children across the country. Individual grants are available for youth athletes participating in NFL FLAG programs.

Eligibility:

• Youth athletes registered or planning to register for NFL FLAG programs
• Families seeking financial assistance for participation
• Participants in RCX Foundation's affiliated youth sports programs

What They Fund:

• NFL FLAG program participation costs
• Registration fees for youth athletes
• Equipment or program-related expenses

Background:
NFL FLAG is the official flag football program of the NFL, operated by RCX Sports. It is the largest youth flag football league in the country with 765,000+ youth athletes across 2,000+ leagues.

Application Process

1. Access Application: Click "APPLY NOW" on the NFL FLAG Funds page or visit the Individual Application page
2. Provide Youth Athlete Information:
   • Child's name, age, date of birth
   • Gender identity
   • Affiliated sports program (NFL FLAG)
3. Provide Parent/Guardian Information:
   • Parent/Guardian names and contact information
   • Home and work addresses
   • Annual household income
   • Free/reduced lunch program participation (NSLP)
4. Program Details:
   • Sports organization name and contact information
   • Program cost
   • Program length (in weeks)
   • Season start and end dates
   • Registration due date
5. Essay/Narrative:
   • Describe your athlete, the sports program, and reason for grant request
6. Certification:
   • Certify information accuracy
   • Provide signature and date

Required Materials:

• Completed application form
• Youth athlete information
• Parent/guardian contact and household information
• Program cost and schedule details
• Narrative statement (required)

Contact & Resources:

• Application Portal: rcxfoundation.org/application/individual/
• Website: rcxfoundation.org