Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 788 active grants for youth sports in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 13 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 363 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 788; from 502 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $1,100–$12K
Total listed funding: $8.2M; across 363 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 24; 46 with a published date

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The NRA Foundation: Minnesota Grants NRA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The NRA Foundation: Minnesota Grants aims to provide funding that aligns with its charitable mission under IRS regulations. Eligible organizations include IRS-recognized entities, government agencies, and state nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Atlanta United FC Donation Requests Grant Atlanta United FC · Foundation Not published · Varies Atlanta United FC is dedicated to supporting local community initiatives in Georgia through its donation program.	Not published	Varies
Carl D. Smallwood Inclusion Scholarship Upper Arlington Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Luke Clemens Bartlett Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund - Sports Camp Scholarships The Community Foundation of Frederick County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships for students to attend 2020 spring and summer athletic and sports activities or athletic camps	Not published	Varies
MS27 Scholarship for Male High School Lacrosse Players Matthew J Stratman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Established in loving memory of Matthew J. Stratman, through the Matthew J. Stratman "Stratman Strong" Foundation.	Not published	$2K
GameChanging Grants Union Sharewaves Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Microgrants designed to help children and youth who face financial barriers to participating in sports or physical activity. Grants are intended to remove immediate barriers to entry—not fully fund long-term participation.	Rolling	Varies
Mariners Care Equipment Donation Grant Mariners Care · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2017, Mariners Care Equipment Donation Grants have supported student-athletes across the Pacific Northwest in their baseball and softball journeys.	Not published	Varies
GLLCF Schreck Family Soccer Scholarship Grant Greater Lake City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Created by the community for the good of the community, the GLCCF is here to turn problems into opportunities through strategic grant making and initiatives created to address our region’s most pressing needs.	Not published	Varies
Big Spring Area Community Foundation Grants Big Spring Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Big Spring Area Community Foundation serves Howard County and surrounding Counties so people with philanthropic interests can support the agencies or issues important to them, both now and through their estates.	Not published	Varies
Summer College Camp Scholarship North Carolina Tennis · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Live Like Sam and YSA Gratitude Grant Merit Scholarship Live Like Sam Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognize young athletes who express gratitude and maintain humility as part of social responsibility.	Not published	Varies
Mabel and Allan Mackenzie Scholarship Grant Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mabel and Allan Mackenzie Scholarship supports Black or African American student athletes from Deschutes County attending community college in Oregon.	Not published	Varies
Junior International Grand Slam Coaching Grant United States Tennis Association- Middle States Section · Foundation Not published · $1K The Junior International Grand Slam Coaching Grant, offered by USTA Player Development, provides financial assistance to personal coaches of young players competing in International Grand Slams.	Not published	$1K
Shooting Range Small Grant Program Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Shooting Range Small Grant Program, offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, provides funding for improvements at shooting range facilities in Colorado.	Not published	$500 – $5K
The Victory Project - Emerging Sports Leaders Scholarship Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Victory Project - Emerging Sports Leaders Scholarship Fund Five (5) Emerging Sports Leaders Scholarships will provide financial assistance to students whose lives have been impacted by the sport of soccer.	Not published	$5K
OSC Grant Application Oregon Skating Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K	Not published	Up to $2K
Laramie Soccer Club Off-Season Programming Scholarship Laramie Soccer Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Laramie Soccer Club offers financial assistance for all of their programs. This scholarship provides support specifically for off-season programming opportunities including 3v3 leagues and camps.	Not published	Varies
YSA Community Scholarship (Park City High School) Youth Winter Sports Alliance · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Amazing Grace Sulak Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amazing Grace Sulak Scholarship, established in 2017 by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, honors Grace Sulak and aims to support high school seniors from Bluffton, May River, or Hilton Head Island High Schools.	Not published	Varies
Made to Play Fund Women Win Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Stabile Family Foundation Grants Stabile Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Stabile Family Foundation Grants support non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations and public agencies in New Hampshire, focusing on educational and recreational services.	Not published	$500
High School Athletic Scholarships The Thielen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Annual scholarships awarded to deserving high school student-athletes who demonstrate athletic excellence, positive role modeling, and leadership both on and off the playing field.	Not published	$1K
Norwell Boosters Scholarship Fund (General) Norwell High School Boosters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Each year, Norwell Boosters allocates seven $1,000 scholarships to deserving seniors to recognize their roles on and off the field as leaders and contributors to their teams and community.	Not published	$1K
Park City Ski Education Foundation (PCSEF) Scholarship Fund Grant Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Park City Ski Education Foundation (PCSEF) Scholarship Fund provides crucial financial support to talented Alpine athletes in Park City.	Not published	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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for youth sports award?

Of the 788 grants for youth sports Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 363 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,100 and $12K. The largest is $1M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for youth sports?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are NRA Foundation Inc (10), Beatrice Educational Foundation (9), NCHSAA Foundation (8), Vermont Alpine Racing Association Inc (8), and Columbine Community Foundation (7). In all, 502 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth sports due?

Of 788 grants listed, 24 accept applications on a rolling basis, 46 have a published upcoming deadline, 262 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 456 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 54% fall in January–March.

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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