Mark Winia Memorial Soccer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…
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.
Martin, Lucas Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Martin, Lucas Scholarship, provided by the…
Mary Kay Owens Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Mary Kay Owens Memorial Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area…
Mason Nelson Baseball Memorial Scholarship Purpose: This scholarship honors Mason Anthony Nelson, a Ball High School freshman who was killed by a drunk driver in Galveston, Texas. The fund serves two…
Masonry's B.E.S.T. Grant Funder: Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation (MMCF) Geographic Scope: Michigan Focus Areas: The grant supports community-based programs and organizations that create…
Masonry's B.E.S.T. Grant Funder: Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation (MMCF) Geographic Scope: Michigan Program Focus Areas: - Community development and services - Youth education and career…
Matching Program Funder: MidwayUSA Foundation Inc (Missouri, US) Program Sponsor: Larry and Brenda Potterfield Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Supporting youth shooting sports teams…
Maureen “Mo” Clancy Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Maureen 'Mo'…
Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Guernsey Charitable Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Max and Helen…
Maxinmotion Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maxinmotion Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary MaxInMotion Grants provide essential financial support to youth sports organizations in Arizona and…
MaxInMotion Scholarship Funder: Arizona Soccer Association Geographic Scope: Arizona A scholarship program offered by the Arizona Soccer Association. Limited details are available on the provided…
Mayor’s Youth Sports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Mayor’s Youth Sports Grant aims to enhance accessibility and affordability…
McCrae, Joann Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: Orange City School District (Ohio) Focus Area: Provides for athletic and physical educational activities & programming Type: Designated fund…
Meant to Move Athletic Grants Funder: Movemeant Foundation Mission: Empower young female athletes from disadvantaged backgrounds by removing barriers to fitness and helping girls foster unshakeable…
Mel Brown Memorial Golf Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission The…
Membership For All Scholarship Overview: The YMCA of Greater Tulsa's scholarship program was created to ensure YMCA services are accessible to all members of the community, and that no one is…
Overview _NOTE: This page is for the United States. In the U.S. there is an open call for applications. In Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East regions applications will be accepted by…
Michael Herman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Michael Herman Scholarship, established by the Grand Haven Area…
Michigan Baseball Foundation Annual Grant Program Funder: Michigan Baseball Foundation (MBF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation Geographic Scope: Primary consideration given to non-profit…
2026 Middle School Team Grant Deadline: July 24, 2026 Focus: Grant support for middle school tennis teams and programs. Geographic Scope: North Carolina Funder: North Carolina Tennis Foundation, Inc.…
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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