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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Columbine Community Foundation · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grand Foundation Annual Grants Program Geographic Scope: Grand County, Colorado Overview: Each year the Grand Foundation awards funds to the non-profit community through its Annual Grants Program.…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Granger Ancarrow Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Granger Ancarrow Scholarship…

GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Opportunities for TCAPS Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation offers two competitive grant…

THE NANTUCKET EDUCATION TRUST INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Proposals - Nantucket Education Trust Organization: Nantucket Education Trust (NET), a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization Geographic Scope: Nantucket, MA and Nantucket Public Schools…

$1,000 per gym (package value)
USA BOXING INC · September 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grants4Gyms Funder: USA Boxing and USA Boxing Foundation Award: 50 gyms will be awarded a package worth $1,000 Geographic Scope: United States (USA Boxing registered gyms/clubs) Grant Package…

GREEN BAY PACKERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Bay Packers Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Green Bay Packers Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Green Bay Packers Foundation,…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greg Legg NEPA Diamond 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…

USA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grow the Game Grant Program Overview The Grow the Game Grant is administered by USA Pickleball Serves, the charitable arm of USA Pickleball. The program awards essential equipment bundles to schools…

GEORGIA TENNIS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GTF Afterschool Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The GTF Afterschool Program Grant offers schools and…

GEORGIA TENNIS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GTF High School Tennis Team Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $250 Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary The Georgia Tennis Foundation High School Tennis…

THE HAROLD T SOUTHERN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About the Foundation The Harold T. Southern Family Foundation was established in 2014 by the children of Harold Turner Southern and Mildred Formyduval Southern (both deceased), in honor of…

Four County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Harry C. Moore Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Four County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Harry C. Moore Memorial Scholarship,…

John Wood Community College Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Harry Elbe Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wood Community College Foundation Amount: US $750 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary Overview Harry Elbe Memorial Scholarship…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST MISSOURIINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Harter, Cody Michael Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Northwest Missouri Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

ROCHESTER AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship Purpose: Support Section V high school seniors who have been diligent in academic and athletic endeavors and exhibit self-motivation and extraordinary effort…

SANDS FAMILY SUPPORTING FOUNDATION INC · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Section V high schools, Western New York Focus Areas: Athletic achievement and academic excellence Eligibility: - Graduating Section V…

HAWAII STATE JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION IN · April 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Hawaii State Junior Golf Association Scholarship Funder: Hawaii State Junior Golf Association Geographic Scope: State of Hawaii Funding Source: Hawaiʻi Community Foundation Purpose: To assist a…

BEYOND SPORT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Head in the Game Focus: Using a wide array of sports to improve mental wellbeing outcomes for young people. Geographic Scope: California, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York (initial target states)…

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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