Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated July 1, 2026

There are currently 804 active grants for youth sports in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Athletes With Disabilities (AWD) Grant	United States Synchronized Swimming	July 11, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Traditional Grant	United States Synchronized Swimming	July 11, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Atlanta Falcons Youth Funding Opportunity	Georgia Recreation and Park	July 15, 2026	Up to $1K
Foundation	Atlanta United Youth Funding Opportunity	Georgia Recreation and Park	July 15, 2026	Up to $1K
Foundation	High School Team Grant	North Carolina Tennis	July 24, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Middle School Team Grant	North Carolina Tennis	July 24, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Safe Sports School Award	National Athletic Trainers' Association	July 31, 2026	$150
Foundation	Luke Garrison Foundation Grant Program	Luke Garrison Foundation	July 31, 2026	Varies
Foundation	John Callen Summer Serve Scholarship	Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc	August 1, 2026	Up to $250
Foundation	The Victor Stern Scholarship Grant	Southern California Tennis Association Foundation	August 15, 2026	Up to $1K
Foundation	Denver Broncos Community Grant Program	Denver Broncos Foundation	August 15, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Cordani Family Grant Program	Achilles Foundation	August 18, 2026	Up to $6K
Foundation	Summer Athlete Support Grants	National Nordic Foundation	August 18, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Ignite365 Award / Olympism365 Innovation Hub	Beyond Sport Foundation Inc	August 31, 2026	$10K
Foundation	Dynamo & Dash Charities Community Grant Program	Dynamo and Dash Charities Inc	August 31, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Individual Player Scholarships	Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation	September 1, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Saunders-Langford Junior Development Grant	North Carolina Tennis	September 1, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Program Grants	Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation	September 1, 2026	Varies
Foundation	NCGA Foundation Junior Girls Grant Program	Northern California Golf Association - T	September 1, 2026	Up to $1K
Foundation	NCTF Junior Development Grant	North Carolina Tennis	September 1, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Trail to Gold Fellowship (T2G)	National Nordic Foundation	September 5, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Grants4Gyms	Usa Boxing Inc	September 8, 2026	$1K
Foundation	Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus Community Grant Program	Anna T Jeanes Foundation	September 15, 2026	Varies
Foundation	NNF Athlete Support Grants	National Nordic Foundation	September 15, 2026	$15K – $20K

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About grants for youth sports

Youth sports grants fund leagues, equipment, facility improvements, and programs that get kids active. Sources range from Nike Community Impact grants to the US Soccer Foundation, state recreation agencies, and local community foundations. Many programs prioritize underserved communities and inclusive sports opportunities.

Grants for Youth Sports by state

Browse grants for youth sports available to organizations in 2 states.

Grants for Youth Sports in Maryland 1 Grants for Youth Sports in Vermont 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What national organizations give youth sports grants?

Key sources include the US Soccer Foundation, USA Football, MLB's Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities, the Women's Sports Foundation, Nike Community Impact Fund, and the Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation Sports Matter program. Good Sports provides equipment grants, and the Aspen Institute's Project Play supports youth sports research and programs.

Can schools get grants for sports programs?

Yes. Title IV-A funds can support physical education and sports. State athletic associations often have grant programs. The NFL Foundation, Under Armour, and equipment manufacturers fund school athletics. PTA/PTO grant programs frequently support school sports. Local businesses and booster clubs are additional sources.

Are there grants for building sports facilities?

Yes. The Land and Water Conservation Fund supports recreation facility construction. CDBG can fund community sports infrastructure. The USDA Community Facilities program serves rural areas. Sports-specific organizations (US Tennis Association, NBA, US Soccer Foundation) fund facility development. State recreation agencies often have capital grants for sports facilities.

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