Player Matching Grant Program - Community Support

Player Matching Grant Program - Community Support

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Football League (NFL) Foundation
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: July 13, 2025

Summary

The Player Matching Grant Program by the NFL Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and youth football programs with grants up to $5,000. These grants must be matched by a contribution from the applicant, and players can apply for two grants per year. The program focuses on community betterment through various initiatives, such as mental health and anti-bullying efforts, while excluding donations to political or religious organizations.

Overview

About the Program NFL Foundation Player Matching Grants are designed to provide nonprofit organizations or schools and youth football organizations with funding of up to $5,000 per grant, on behalf of a current NFL Player or NFL Legend (i.e., former player) that has contributed to the organization. Players and Legends may apply for up to TWO Player Matching Grants per calendar year if the grants are awarded to different organizations. Additionally, an organization may receive up to TWO grants, in one year if the grants are awarded from different Players/Legends. Player Matching Grant To be eligible for match funding, a 1:1 match must be provided by the applicant in the current calendar year. Community Support Player Matching Community Grants are for nonprofit organizations doing work to better the community. This grant allows NFL players and Legends to help support broad community efforts through the work of nonprofit organizations. Areas of support include, but are not limited to, Disease Prevention and Awareness, Mental Health, Youth Health & Fitness, Military Appreciation, Disaster Relief, Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, Character Education, Anti-Bullying, Animal Welfare, etc. Please note, we will not match donations to political organizations, religious organizations or churches. Former Players Currently Coaching Youth or High School Football Recognizes the time contribution of former NFL players who coach youth and high school football programs. Eligible players may receive up to $5,000 in non-match funding, based on the need, merit and standing of the application. Former players MUST serve as HEAD COACHES or full-time assistants in order to be eligible for the grant. Athletic Directors and league commissioners may apply and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Players must be vested.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.