Fort Worth "Ace Level" Award Geographic Scope: Fort Worth, Texas Overview: This award recognizes hard work of First Tee Fort Worth participants who reach "Ace" level status, the highest level one can…
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.
" href="http://globalsportsdevelopment.org/programs/grant-giving/">Foundation for Global Sports Development offers funding to 501(c)3 organizations throughout the U.S. that support a combination of…
Fox Cities Amateur Sports Authority Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Fox Cities…
Frances Tiafoe Fund - Individual Player Grants Overview: The Frances Tiafoe Fund, established in 2023, provides individual player grants to support youth tennis players and scholarships for higher…
Francis & Jean Baxter Scholarship Overview: Awarded to Oklahoma girls or boys who are ready to begin tournament tennis in Oklahoma and neighboring states. This is a NEED-BASED scholarship. Geographic…
Frank Goschinski Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Frank Goschinski Memorial Scholarship, managed by…
Frederic C. Collin Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: COLLIN FREDERIC C TUW Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,800 Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The Frederic C. Collin Trust Grant supports 501(c)(3)…
FREE SSPC Training Package Funder: Lakeshore Foundation (AL, US) Overview: Lakeshore Sports Science and Performance Center is giving away two FREE resident athlete training packages valued at over…
Friends of the Finns: Youth Hockey Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dallas Stars Foundation Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Friends of the Finns: Youth Hockey Scholarship,…
Fusion Soccer Club Scholarship Fund Overview: Fusion Soccer Club maintains a fund to assist families needing help with registration fees. The club awards over $40,000 in scholarships annually to FSC…
Future Canes Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carolina Hurricanes Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Kids 'N Community Foundation offers Future Canes…
Futures Cup Brand Ambassador Application Funder: Bella Vista Property Owners Association Geographic Scope: Bella Vista, AR area Focus Areas: Golf youth development and leadership through the Futures…
Futures Cup Senior Golf Scholarship Funder: Bella Vista Property Owners Association Geographic Scope: Bella Vista, AR area Focus Areas: Golf education and youth development through the Futures Cup…
FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program The Office of Sports Diplomacy, in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), announces an open competition for the FY…
FY 2026 Sports Visitor Program The Office of Sports Diplomacy of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposals for the Sports Visitor…
G. Scott Ransom Scholarship Fund of the Duluth/Superior Alpine Club Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The G. Scott Ransom…
G.I.F.T. Program (Grant Initiative Fundraising Team) Funder: Community Knights Inc (Newport News, VA) Overview: Community Knights has awarded over $1/2 million in grant funds to the Virginia…
Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gainbridge Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant, in…
Game On Grants (GoGo squeeZ Partnership) Status: Past program (2017-2018 school year) Geographic Scope: 13 states Funder: GoGo squeeZ Focus Areas: - Expand student access to physical activity -…
Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Game…
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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