Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation: Community Organization and Sports Teams and Leagues - Organization: Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation - Type: Foundation Grant
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.
DICK'S Sporting Goods' Sponsorships & Donations Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary DICK'S Sporting…
Dinn Brothers Student Athlete Award Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note:…
Disabled Hockey Grants Award Type: Grant program supporting disabled hockey programs and athletes Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Sled hockey programs - Special hockey programs…
Diversity Grant Program - BRIDGE Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: BRIDGE Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Awarded to programs that support youth lacrosse in low-income…
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Community Impact Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Intended for community programs or…
Diversity Grant Program - Disability Access Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Disability Access Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Supports innovative projects that help…
Diversity Grant Program - Event Support Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Event Support Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Intended to support organizations that provide…
Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Girls Initiative Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Provides funding for a lacrosse team or…
Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Funding for lacrosse teams or organizations that promote play…
Diversity Grant Program - Urban Outreach Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Urban Outreach Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Awarded to lacrosse programs that support…
DJ Endowment Scholarship at Bellarmine College Prep Overview: An endowment initially begun by generous Bellarmine families to which 19 for Life donates annually. A scholarship is awarded to a current…
DJ Frandsen Men's Basketball Memorial Scholarship Institution: Santa Clara University Overview: Started in 2020 to honor DJ Frandsen's devotion to the Men's Basketball program. The scholarship…
DJGA Golfer of the Year Award Overview: The Dakota Junior Golf Association awards the "DJGA Golfer of the Year Award" (also known as Mr Golf and Ms Golf) to recognize the top High School Senior…
Don and Ellen Garrison Service to Community and School Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview About…
Don Morris Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Don Morris Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State University,…
Duke Award Scholarship Overview: A one-time award created to recognize an outstanding Hawaii high school senior who exemplifies the character and personality traits of Duke Kahanamoku. Award Amount:…
Duke Award Scholarship Overview: A prestigious one-time award recognizing an outstanding Hawaii high school senior who exemplifies the character and personality traits of Duke Kahanamoku. Geographic…
Dulcey Degilio Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more of our scholarships must…
Dustin and Courtney Muse Memorial Fund - Athletic/Sports Camp Scholarships Geographic Scope: Frederick County, Maryland Purpose: Financial aid scholarships for students to attend athletic and sports…
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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