I Will Wait For You: The Rick Salmastrelli Scholarship Mission: To highlight a Lawrence High School senior sports player that has made teamwork and team camaraderie a priority in their high school…
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.
I9 Sports Association Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation Amount: Up to US $150 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The I9 Sports Association provides scholarship grants to…
Ian Doane Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Ian Doane Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund honors the…
Ian Miskelley Be Better Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Ian Miskelley Be Better Scholarship, offered…
Ignite365 Award / Olympism365 Innovation Hub Partners: International Olympic Committee, Beyond Sport, and Women Win Focus: Supporting organizations advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals…
IMPACT Youth Grants Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF) Geographic Scope: Ashland County, Ohio Purpose: Competitive grants awarded to support projects and initiatives specifically…
Indiana Sports Corp Youth Grant Program Overview The Indiana Sports Corp Youth Grant Program supports organizations that provide underserved youth with the opportunity to participate in sports,…
Individual Athlete Grant Purpose: Offsets travel expenses incurred for Alpine and Nordic competitions and training events for athletes traveling OUTSIDE the Pacific Northwest Division for Regional,…
Individual Coaches Grant Purpose: Offsets expenses incurred to advance coaches' certifications and officials' training. Funds can support obtaining Level 200 or 300 coaches certification or official…
Individual Player Scholarships Funder: Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation (CYTF) Geographic Scope: Colorado (statewide) Purpose: Special need scholarships to youth who need financial assistance to…
Inner City Wrestling Scholarship Mission: Inner City Wrestling aims to get youth off the streets and onto the mats of their program. The program educates and exposes students to the sport of…
International Women's Flag Football Scholarship Program Status: Active (established 2023) Geographic Scope: International (non-U.S. residents) Focus Areas: Women's collegiate flag football Overview:…
IPSF Student Athlete Scholarship Award Amount: $5,000 Geographic Scope: Irvine Unified School District (IUSD), California Partner: SoCal Elite Eligibility: - Graduating IUSD high school students -…
Ironman Foundation: Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ironman Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The IRONMAN Foundation's Community Grant Program aims to create a…
Ironman Foundation: Community Grant Program: IRONMAN Lake Placid Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ironman Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: IRONMAN Foundation Community…
Ironman Foundation: Community Grant Program: IRONMAN Texas Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ironman Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: IRONMAN Foundation Community Grants…
Ironman Foundation: Community Grant Program: Wisconsin Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ironman Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: IRONMAN Foundation Community Grants are…
Irv Honigsberg Football Scholarship Award Funder: Cherokee Strip Community Foundation (CSCF) Status: Closed for 2026 Contact: - Phone: 580-234-3988 - Address: 324 N Van Buren, Enid, OK 73703…
Irv Noll Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Irv Noll Memorial Scholarship Fund, established in 2006 by…
Isaac Schweitzer Scholarship Funder: Sherwood High School Athletic Booster Club Geographic Scope: Sherwood, Oregon (SHS Senior athletes) Focus Areas: Athletic achievement, academic career, community…
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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