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NFL FLAG-In-Schools Program

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Overview

NFL FLAG-In-Schools Program

Organization: GENYOUth (501c3 national nonprofit)

Geographic Scope: United States (all 50 states)

Focus Areas:

  • Physical activity and youth wellness

  • Flag football equipment and curriculum for schools

  • Engagement of students ages 6-14 in flag football

  • Special emphasis on girls' participation in sports

    • Program Description:
    NFL FLAG-In-Schools provides free flag football kits to schools and community-based organizations to strengthen physical education curricula. Each kit includes:

  • 10 footballs

  • 50 flag belts

  • Standards-based curriculum

  • 101 Tips for Teaching Nutrition in P.E.

  • Additional resources to start, grow or expand flag football programs

    • Key Statistics:

  • Since 2014: 32,000+ kits distributed

  • Estimated 15+ million students engaged

  • Flag football is the fastest-growing team sport for children ages 6-14

  • Program has expanded significantly, with positive impact on girls' participation

    • Eligibility:

  • Public and private schools

  • Community-based organizations

  • Educators and coaches (school and community-based)

    • Funding:

  • Supported by NFL Foundation ($1.5 million commitment renewed as of April 2022)

  • Part of partnership with Fuel Up to Play 60 and RCX Sports

    • State Integration:

  • Nevada: Official part of State's high school digital learning physical education course. Rollout plan: high schools (2022-23), middle schools (2023-24), elementary schools (2024-25)

  • By Super Bowl LVIII (February 2024), every public school in Nevada has access

    • Contact:

  • Eric Slutsky, GENYOUth: eric.slutsky@genyouthnow.org, 917-391-6709

    • Website: https://flag.genyouthnow.org

    How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Visit the Application Portal: Go to https://flag.genyouthnow.org

    2. Eligibility Check: Confirm your organization meets criteria:
    - Public or private school
    - Community-based organization
    - Have educators/coaches ready to implement program

    3. Complete Online Application: Submit application through the portal

    4. Timeline: Applications typically open annually around April, with deadlines in May (e.g., May 18, 2022 deadline noted)

    5. Award Notification: Selected organizations notified of kit award

    6. Kit Delivery: Free NFL FLAG-In-Schools kit shipped to school/organization

    Required Materials:

  • Organization information

  • Contact details

  • Grade levels/age groups served

  • Physical education curriculum details

  • Commitment to implement program

    • Note: Specific detailed application requirements not fully documented in provided content. Check flag.genyouthnow.org for current year's detailed application process.

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    Fields of Work

    youth-sportsafter-schooleducationwellness

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