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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

IUTIS Club Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 01, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of Shelby…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack and Nona Renn Anchorage Football Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Jack and Nona Renn…

GREATER CLEVELAND SPORTS HALL OF FAME · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jack Herrick Youth Sports Fund Grant Funder: Greater Cleveland Sports Hall of Fame (GCSHOF) Geographic Scope: Greater Cleveland area, Ohio Mission: The GCSHOF fosters dreams of young athletes by…

NORWELL HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jack Kenney "Grit and Grace" Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 Geographic Scope: Norwell High School, Massachusetts Eligibility: Student-athletes nominated by their head coach Selection Criteria:…

LAUREUS SPORT FOR GOOD FOUNDATION USA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jakob Johnson Fund Funder: Laureus USA, Laureus Germany, and NFL player Jakob Johnson Status: Active Geographic Scope: - Jacksonville, Florida (True Youth Association) - Stuttgart and Mannheim,…

Brewers Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

James Beckum Player/Coach Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brewers Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The James Beckum…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

James Elwyn Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The James Elwyn Memorial Scholarship,…

DAKOTA JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

James Maher Memorial Scholarship Overview: Memorial scholarship offered through the Dakota Junior Golf Association. Geographic Scope: North Dakota Contact Information DJGA PO Box 7252 Bismarck, ND…

PACIFIC NORTHWEST SKI EDUCATION · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Jane Henry Scholarship Purpose: Awarded to an outstanding Pacific Northwest Division female ski racer for college education in memory of Jane Henry. Background: Jane Henry was an 18-year-old…

US $500 - US $25,000
JAWS YOUTH FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jaws Youth Fund Amount: US $500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Though the deadline is indicated above as…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jay Lamando Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of the Hudson…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jeffrey Badura Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of Central…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry L. Bartley Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Jerry L. Bartley Memorial Scholarship, established in…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship The Jerry McGee…

CENTRAL OHIO - USBC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jimmy Clemens Youth Ambassador Award Geographic Scope: Central Ohio USBC members Award Amount: $500 (one-time award deposited into SMART account) Eligibility Requirements: - Current member in good…

USTA FOUNDATION INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jimmy Evert Merit Scholarship Fund Overview: Named after Chris Evert's father, Jimmy Evert, this fund grants scholarships to USTA Foundation chapters for students identified by the Foundation in…

$500 each (one male, one female)
VERMONT ALPINE RACING ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jinny Hunt Award Award Amount: $500 each (presented to one girl and one boy) Age Group: U16+ Geographic Scope: Vermont (VARA club, college or program) Purpose: This award is presented to one girl and…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joanie Bostic Memorial Senior Pirate Spirit Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Joanie Bostic Memorial Senior Pirate…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jody Marie Sanford Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Jody Marie Sanford Memorial…

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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