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Olympic Club Foundation General Grants

OLYMPIC CLUB FOUNDATION

Funding Amount

Up to $25,000

Deadline

January 31, 2027

297 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Olympic Club Foundation General Grants

Mission: Support organized youth athletic programs in the Bay Area, believing that participation in youth sports is an empowering force that teaches valuable life skills including leadership, teamwork, trust, communication, and accountability.

Geographic Scope

Service Area: Bay Area counties including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma

    Eligibility

  • Programs serving youth in K-12th grade
  • Priority given to programs serving at-risk youth
  • Organizations with current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status or have a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) status
  • Organizations must not be classified as a private foundation under Internal Revenue Code Sections 509(a) and 170(b)(1)(A)

    Funding Support

    Program Support costs including:
  • Uniforms and equipment
  • Coaching staff
  • Facility rentals
  • Entrance fees
  • Team travel costs
  • Player fees for sports teams
  • Referees

    What We Fund

  • Baseball, basketball, volleyball, football, boxing, swimming, soccer, rugby, golf, tennis and other court, field, pool, and ring sports
  • Programs serving youth in K-12th grade (priority to at-risk youth)

    What We Do NOT Fund

  • Applications submitted directly by Unified School Districts
  • Collegiate programs
  • Administrative and operating costs
  • Therapeutic athletic activities
  • Academic programs
  • Playgrounds
  • Non-sports summer camps
  • Nutrition programs

    Award Information

  • Maximum Request: Up to $25,000
  • Average Grant (2024-2025): $9,500
  • Funds Awarded: Late December (intended for use in 2027)

    Contact Information

  • Address: 524 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Phone: 415-345-5230
  • Email: info@olympicclubfoundation.org
  • Website: olympicclubfoundation.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Step 1: Letter of Intent (for NEW applicants only)

  • Deadline: January 31, 2026

  • Submit Letter of Intent to be considered for full application

  • Applicants accepted to move forward will be notified by February 14, 2026
  • Step 2: Full Application

  • Opens: January 15, 2026

  • Deadline (New Applicants): March 15, 2026 (upon invitation after LOI acceptance)

  • Deadline (Returning Applicants): January 31, 2026

  • Portal Closes: February 15, 2026 (for returning applicants)
  • Step 3: Review Period

  • Application Review: April 1 - October 15, 2026
  • Step 4: Award Notifications

  • Notification Period: December 1-15, 2026
    • Required Materials

    • Grant Application form
    • Letter of Intent (for new applicants)

      Additional Resources

    • Refer to Grantmaking Calendar for specific 2026 deadline dates
    • Consult FAQ page for additional questions
    • Contact Foundation Staff at info@olympicclubfoundation.org or 415-345-5230

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-sportsnonprofits

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