Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated August 23, 2026

There are currently 792 active grants for youth sports in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Chris Little Award	The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Malerbo Children's Field Maintenance Fund Grant	Main Street Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Scott Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant	Chester County Community Foundation	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	Olympic Club Foundation Grants	Olympic Club Foundation	Rolling	Up to $25K
Foundation	Seattle Sounders FC Youth Camp Scholarships	Robert Vasen Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Hockey Is For Everyone (HIFE) Youth Development Grants	Usa Hockey Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $10K
Foundation	Nike Community Impact Fund - Netherlands Grant	Nike Foundation	Rolling	€5,000 - €20,000
Foundation	Ian Doane Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant	Hawaii Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	JoLyn Beeman Memorial Children’s Fund Grant	The Stateline Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	SRR Scholarships for Somerville High School Seniors	Somerville Road Runners Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	NOW Youth Sports Scholarship Program	Northeast Opportunities	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative Grant	Local Initiatives Support Corporation	Rolling	$50K – $100K
Foundation	G.I.F.T. Program (Grant Initiative Fundraising Team)	Community Knights Inc	Rolling	$875 – $5K
Foundation	Names Family Foundation Grants	Names Family Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Equipment Donation Opportunity Grant	Good Sports	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Fusion Soccer Club Scholarship Fund	Plymouth Wayzata Fusion Soccer	Rolling	Up to $750
Foundation	USTA: Adult Social Play Grant	Usta New England Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Rich Huntsman Memorial Scholarship Grant	The Muskingum County Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	#ChangeThruSport Program	The Thielen Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Arizona Breaking Barriers Scholarship Grant	Desert Financial Credit Union	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Minnesota Twins Grant	Minnesota Twins Community Fund	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Youth Philanthropy Council Grant	Harrison County Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	The Brian A. Kelley Memorial Scholarship Grant	Kelley Family Charitable Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Park City Community Foundation: Youth United Grant	Park City Community Foundation	Rolling	$1K – $25K

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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.

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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