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	Cape Royal Community Foundation (CRCF) Scholarships Grant	Cape Royal Community Foundation	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Wilburn Clary Medal Grant	NCHSAA Foundation	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	Brooklyn Center High School Partnership Program	The Thielen Foundation Inc	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Little Wishes Ongoing Enrichment	Blue Skies for Children	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Brian Conner Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant	Community Foundation of The	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	LA84 Foundation Grant - Large Grant	La84 Foundation	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Covington Education Foundation Grant	The Troy Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Jurgens, Virgil, Scholarship Grant	Beatrice Educational Foundation	Rolling	$375
Foundation	Central Energy Trust: Community Grant	Central Energy Trust	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Chevron Changing the Face of Golf Scholarship Grant	The Lpga Foundation	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	Globe Life Texas Rangers Baseball and Softball Grant Program	Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Yawkey Foundation: Program and Small Capital Grants - Youth & Amateur Athletics	Yawkey Foundation	Rolling	Up to $100K
Foundation	NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant	Southwestern Oregon Community College	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Junior Over The Line Scholarship Fund	Old Mission Beach Athletic Club	Rolling	$500
Foundation	General Tennis Program Grants	Southern California Tennis Association Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Active Fund Grant	The Kelly S Brush Foundation Inc	Rolling	$4K
Foundation	Joseph Thomas Wyss Hockey Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of Southern	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Grant Opportunities for TCAPS	Grand Traverse Regional Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Travis Roy Award	Travis Roy Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Lyn Nelson Golf Endowment for Women, Youth and Girls	Olympic Club Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	HFBC: AEI Youth Sports Fund Grant	Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Glenn Nakamura Memorial Award for Service to South Bay Sports	South Bay F O R	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Isaac Schweitzer Scholarship	Sherwood High School Athletic Booster	Rolling	$750 – $2K
Foundation	Level 100 Coaches Certification Reimbursement	Pacific Northwest Ski Education	Rolling	Up to $250

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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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