How much funding does Play It Forward provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Play It Forward?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Play It Forward?

Eligible applicants: Any individual (toddlers to seniors) excluded from nature, arts, and recreation programs due to financial barriers.

How often is Play It Forward offered?

Play It Forward runs on an annual cycle.

Play It Forward

City of Oaks Foundation Inc

Foundation Annual Recreation Grants Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Seniors Hardship Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Any individual (toddlers to seniors) excluded from nature, arts, and recreation programs due to financial barriers

Other requirements

Children seeking to participate in sports and recreation
Families with limited financial resources
Seniors seeking connection through exercise classes

Overview

Financial assistance program that helps local residents participate in Raleigh's exercise, recreation, and sports programs by removing financial barriers.

Focus Areas:

Recreation programs
Sports programs
Exercise programs
Athletic activities

Geographic Scope: Raleigh, NC and surrounding area

Eligibility:

Children seeking to participate in sports and recreation
Families with limited financial resources
Seniors seeking connection through exercise classes
Any individual (toddlers to seniors) excluded from nature, arts, and recreation programs due to financial barriers

What They Fund:

Summer camps
Recreation and sports program fees
Exercise classes
Athletic program participation

Background: City of Oaks Foundation partnership with Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources. Similar to the Give Play program, Play It Forward expands assistance to families and seniors seeking connection to play, exercise, and activity.