Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated August 24, 2026

There are currently 792 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	Granger Ancarrow Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	The Amanda Post “AmandaWins” Soccer Association of Columbia/Howard County Student-Athlete Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation of Howard	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	USTA Initiative Grant Opportunity	Georgia Recreation and Park	Rolling	$1K – $2K
Foundation	Youth Recreation Scholarships	United Way of Weld County Inc	Rolling	$60K
Foundation	Zachary Culnan Memorial Family Fund - Activity Scholarship	Captain Community Human	Rolling	Up to $500
Foundation	Zack Smith MVL School Scholarship Grant	The Muskingum County Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Bridget Inspires Grant	USA Triathlon Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Toledo Walleye Hockey Club's Wishing Well Fund	The Andersons Fund Supporting	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	USTA Connecticut Grant	Usta New England Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The NRA Foundation: Georgia Grants	Nra Foundation Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	Capital City Marathon Endowment Fund Grant	The Community Foundation of South Puget	Rolling	$1K – $5K
Foundation	Northern Lowcountry Grants- Cooper River Bridge Run Grants Fund	Coastal Community Foundation of South	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Woodward West Summer Camp Merit Scholarship	Live Like Sam Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Toledo Mud Hens Baseball Club's Helping Hens Fund Grant	Toledo Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Austin Bice Memorial Scholarship Grant	The San Diego Foundation	Rolling	$1K – $5K
Foundation	Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – PLAY Grant	The Oregon Community Foundation	Rolling	$25K – $50K
Foundation	I9 Sports Association Grant	Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation	Rolling	Up to $150
Foundation	Pettit Memorial Endowment	Grand Forks Parks and Recreation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Carl J. Hodges Scholarship Fund Grant	Beckley Area Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	First Tee of Central Valley Grant	Stanislaus Community Foundation	Rolling	$2K
Foundation	USF: Community Impact Grant	USA Swimming Foundation Inc	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Emily Trussell Stupak Scholarship Fund Grant	Maine Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Unified Government Hollywood Casino Fund Grant	Greater Kansas City Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $78K
Foundation	Peter Gerkman Jr. Memorial Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation for the Greater	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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