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.

878 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
$4,000 per year (four-year renewable grants); one-year awards vary
OLD TIMERS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Scholarship Program Overview: The centerpiece of the Greenwich Old Timers Youth Sports Alliance's mission is to support youth sports and provide its annual Scholarship Program. Geographic…

BELMONT EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Apple Run Grants (Physical Education) Overview: $5,000 of funds raised from the annual FBE Apple Run are reserved for grants from the physical education department. Geographic Scope: Belmont Public…

$5,000 equipment credit with Riddell
MOTIV8 FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ardel Deppe Community Football Coach Award Award Amount: $5,000 equipment credit with Riddell Recurrence: Annual (5th Annual award mentioned as of 2023) Overview The Ardel Deppe Community Football…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Established by the Town Toyota Center, the Arena Youth Enrichment Fund provides youth the opportunity to Learn to Skate and/or attend a show who might not otherwise be able. Types of…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
The Arizona Bowl · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arizona Bowl Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Arizona Bowl Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Arizona Bowl Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Southern…

DESERT FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arizona Breaking Barriers Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Desert Financial Credit Union Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Arizona Breaking Barriers…

GENE & JERRY JONES ARLINGTON YOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arlington Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gene and Jerry Jones Family Arlington Youth Foundation Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The Gene and Jerry Jones Family Arlington Youth…

UPSWING FOUNDATION · May 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Athlete Experience Scholarship Program Overview: UPSWING Foundation offers the Athlete Experience Scholarship Program to create equal access to sports performance, dance, and recovery training.…

United States Synchronized Swimming · July 11, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Athletes With Disabilities (AWD) Grant Funder: USA Artistic Swimming Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: - Only 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations fostering the growth and…

$3,000 - $12,000
BEARS CARE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Athletic Training Grant Funder: Chicago Bears and Bears Care Overview: Funding opportunities to provide athletic training services, equipment, resources and/or supplies to benefit high school…

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Atlanta Falcons Youth Funding Opportunity Funder: Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund (in partnership with GRPA) Geographic Scope: Georgia (state-wide) Focus Areas: Youth…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Atlanta United FC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Atlanta United FC Donation Requests Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Atlanta United FC Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary Atlanta United FC is dedicated…

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Atlanta United Youth Funding Opportunity Funder: Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Atlanta United Community Fund (in partnership with GRPA) Geographic Scope: Georgia (state-wide) Focus Areas:…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin Bice Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Austin Bice Memorial Scholarship,…

$5,000 student scholarship + $5,000 school grant
THE BEN HOGAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Award of Perseverance Geographic Scope: Texas (partnered with Texas Health Sports Medicine) Overview: Acknowledges young athletes who have overcome health challenges and injuries to fully return to…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ayden & Wyatt Brown Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Ayden & Wyatt Brown…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE BOSTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

B.A.A. Gives Back Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boston Athletic Assoc Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The B.A.A. Gives Back Grant Program, established by…

$500 - $5,000
The American Legion · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Baseball Scholarship Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: - American Legion baseball players Award Amount: $500 - $5,000 Overview: Scholarships for American Legion baseball players, awarded…

$500 - $5,000
AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Baseball Scholarship Overview: Scholarships for American Legion Baseball players based on performance and academic achievement. Award Amount: $500 to $5,000, awarded annually Geographic Scope:…

Baseball Tomorrow Fund · Rolling / Open State

The Baseball Tomorrow Fund (BTF) is a joint initiative between Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA). The fund awards grants to organizations involved…

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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