NFL FLAG-In-Schools Program

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:

• 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

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.