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Overview

Play It Forward

Overview: USA Ultimate's financial aid and membership support program for youth from underserved communities, helping eliminate financial barriers to playing ultimate.

Focus Areas:

  • USA Ultimate Membership Dues

  • Youth Club Championship Player Fees

  • Talent ID Camp Registration Fees

  • U20 National Team Tryout Fees

    • Geographic Scope: United States

    Eligibility:

  • Youth who have not yet graduated from high school

  • Planning to participate in a USA Ultimate sanctioned or championship event

  • Demonstrating financial need

    • Program Features:

  • Individual youth players can apply directly

  • Coaches and local disc organizations can submit applications on behalf of players

  • Spanish language application available (Aplicación en Español)

  • Since inception, Play It Forward has supported over 2,150 youth

  • Program is funded by donations to the Ultimate Foundation

    • Contact:

  • Name: Leah Dolan-Kelley

  • Title: Manager, Community Development & H.R.

  • Email: leah@hq.usaultimate.org

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Complete the Play It Forward Application Form
    2. Submit materials at least one week before the date membership is needed
    3. Applications can be submitted by:
    - Youth players directly
    - Coaches on behalf of players
    - Local disc organizations on behalf of players
    4. Spanish language application available for non-English speakers

    Required Materials:

  • Play It Forward Application Form (English or Spanish version)

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-sportspoverty-alleviation

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