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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Oklahoma Tennis Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Community Grants Overview: Financial assistance offered to Oklahoma organizations to start new or enhance existing community-based tennis programs and activities.…

Montrose Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Olathe Wrestling Fund Overview: A fund started by a local philanthropist to support youth in the Olathe Wrestling Program. Geographic Scope: Olathe, Colorado area Eligible Applicants: Youth in the…

OLYMPIC CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Olympic Club Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Olympic Club Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Olympic Club Foundation provides grants up to…

OLYMPIC CLUB FOUNDATION · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Olympic Club Foundation General Grants Mission: Support organized youth athletic programs in the Bay Area, believing that participation in youth sports is an empowering force that teaches valuable…

ONPOINT COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

OnPoint Community Credit Union Scholar Program Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: Oregon (schools participating in Oregon School Activities Association - OSAA) Focus Areas:…

Up to $10,000 USD
Women Win Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

ONSIDE Fund: Funding New Solutions to Advance Gender Justice in Sports Status: Active/Ongoing Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: - Gender justice in sport - Feminist organizing through sport -…

Ontario Government: Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ontario Sport Hosting Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Government: Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Amount: Up to C $1,000,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025…

Houston Independent School District · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Opportunity Fund Overview The Opportunity Fund exists to help level the playing field. This flexible funding supports schools and students who have traditionally gone without, with a special focus on…

Orange Bowl Committee Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Orange Bowl Beigel-Feis-Hixon Valor Award Amount: $10,000 scholarship Purpose: Honors the memory of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School coaches Scott Beigel (cross-country coach and geography…

Up to $1,500 (General Grants); Seed Grants (competitions) with 30% net profit return requirement
Oregon Skating Council Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

OSC Grant Application Funder: Oregon Skating Council Inc (OSC) Geographic Scope: Oregon, plus areas of Washington, California, and Nevada regionally connected to ice sports activities in Oregon…

CHICAGO FIRE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

P.L.A.Y.S. Program, Presented by Meridian Program Focus: The Chicago Fire Foundation's P.L.A.Y.S. (Participate, Learn, Achieve, Youth, Soccer) Program is designed to enhance both academic performance…

HAWAII STATE JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION IN · April 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Pardee & Betsy Erdman College Scholarship Funder: Hawaii State Junior Golf Association Geographic Scope: State of Hawaii Purpose: To assist a full-time college student with the cost of tuition for…

PARK CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Park City Community Foundation: Youth United Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Park City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The PCCF: Youth United…

CHICAGO FIRE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Passback Program Program Focus: The Chicago Fire Football Club and Chicago Fire Foundation program that allows individuals or groups to bring new and gently used soccer equipment, which is then…

NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pat Gainey Student Award Overview: The Pat Gainey Student Award is given annually by the NCHSAA through a private donation from Pat Gainey's daughter, Berry Jo Gainey Shoen. The scholarship…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pat Gainey Student Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview Pat Gainey Student Scholarship Award In 2006/07,…

ATLANTA TRACK CLUB FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Patty Foell Scholarship Funder: Atlanta Track Club Foundation Inc Overview: The Patty Foell Scholarship is a college scholarship awarded annually to a female metro Atlanta high school senior in…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paul Easterling Dixie Youth Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Paul Easterling Dixie Youth Scholarship, established…

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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