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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LA84 FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LA84 Foundation Grant - Small Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: LA84 Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The LA84 Foundation Grant offers small grants of up to…

Maryland State Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lacrosse Opportunities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Lacrosse Opportunities Grant by the…

CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lahoma Routt Youth Sports Funds Overview: Funding for youth sports programs in the Central Kentucky region. Geographic Scope: Central Kentucky Community Foundation service area Focus Areas: Youth…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lake Fork Fishing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Lake Fork Fishing Scholarship, administered by…

LOS ANGELES LAKERS YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lakers Youth Foundation Quarterly Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Lakers Youth Foundation…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lane Meyer Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Lane Meyer Scholarship Fund, managed by the North Carolina…

LARAMIE SOCCER CLUB INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laramie Soccer Club Competitive Scholarship Funder: Laramie Soccer Club Inc (WY, US) Program Type: Financial assistance scholarship Geographic Scope: Laramie, Wyoming Focus Areas: Youth soccer…

LARAMIE SOCCER CLUB INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laramie Soccer Club Intramural Scholarship Funder: Laramie Soccer Club Inc (WY, US) Program Type: Financial assistance scholarship Geographic Scope: Laramie, Wyoming Focus Areas: Youth soccer…

GEORGIA'S OWN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Large Grant Program Overview: Grants for local nonprofits seeking funding over $5,000 that align with Georgia's Own Foundation's mission of empowering local youth. Geographic Scope: Georgia Focus…

THE JOHN TRAMONTANO JR EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Larry Seneta Athletic Achievement Award Funder: The John Tramontano Jr Educational Foundation (PA, US) Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania Eligibility: GHS (Gettysburg High School) students with athletic…

LOS ANGELES TRIAL LAWYERS' CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview LATLC Youth Sports In an effort to broaden our reach and provide assistance directly to local communities, the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities launched the Youth Sports Sponsorship…

CENTRAL OHIO - USBC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Laura J. Steele and Terry Theis Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Central Ohio Focus Areas: Educational scholarships for youth bowlers Eligibility: - High school students who are active bowlers…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laurie Baer Olympic Hopeful Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Mission: In…

Ultimate Players Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Learn to Compete Leagues Overview: Final component of the Learn to Play program, connecting youth skills to fun competition through weekly playing opportunities. Geographic Scope: United States…

Ultimate Players Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Learn to Play Clinics Overview: Introductory clinics that help local disc organizations introduce and teach ultimate to youth ages 7-15, with connection to local playing opportunities. Geographic…

Lebanon High School Athletic Boosters Association · March 29, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Lebanon Athletic Boosters Scholarship Award Amount: $500 per recipient Number of Awards: 10 scholarships total (5 male and 5 female recipients) Geographic Scope: Lebanon High School (OH, US)…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leslie C. and Irene G. Roe Athletic Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Easily learn more…

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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