Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated August 23, 2026

There are currently 792 active grants for youth sports in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	George Waters Grant	The Professional Golfers Assoc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Financial Support Grant	Northside Athletes Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer Grant	North Carolina Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Tinty Foundation Grant	Tinty Foundation Inc	Rolling	$555 – $100K
State	RECREATION – Building the Coaching Pipeline Grant Program	National Recreation and Park Association	Rolling	$1M
Foundation	Collegiate Community Hub Grant	United States Tennis Association Incorporated	Rolling	$5K – $10K
Foundation	Selkirk Pickleball Growth Program Grant	Selkirk Sport, LLC	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Wausau East Girls Swim Team Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation Of	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Town of Grand Lake Fund Grant	Columbine Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Let's Play Boston: Relief Grant	City of Boston	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	The NRA Foundation: Kentucky Grants	Nra Foundation Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	James Elwyn Memorial Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of Ncw	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Crooked Stick Endowed Scholarship Grant	Hamilton County Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Brady Sexton Endowment Grant Program	Central Montcalm Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Michael Herman Scholarship Grant	Grand Haven Area Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Race4Chase Kids Triathlon Program	Cmak Sandy Hook	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Beyond the Bell Program	Silver State Scholarships	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Pat Gainey Student Scholarship Award Grant	NCHSAA Foundation	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	PPTC Grants Program	Prospect Park Track Club Inc	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Athletic Training Grant	Bears Care	Rolling	$3K – $12K
Foundation	Field of Interest Fund - Adam R. Barnhart Inclusive Athlete Fund Grant	The Community Foundation Of	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Daniel DiSylvester Memorial Soccer Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Spokane Area Swimming Adam England Memorial Scholarship Grant	Innovia Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Pinky Kraft Memorial Endowment	Grand Forks Parks and Recreation	Rolling	Varies

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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.

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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