Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated June 11, 2026

There are currently 838 active grants for youth sports in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for youth sports are open right now?

GRAND FORKS PARKS AND RECREATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Riedlinger Endowment Geographic Scope: Grand Forks, North Dakota Overview: Created by the Riedlinger Family in memory of Troy Riedlinger to support youth hockey scholarships. Focus Areas: - Youth…

ROY J CARVER CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

RJCCT: Youth Recreational Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2025 Summary The RJCCT Youth Recreational Program,…

Approximately US $4,000
RC WHITE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH O · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert C. White Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: RC WHITE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH O Amount: Approximately US $4,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Robert C. White Trust Grant aims to…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert Macario Ybarra Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Robert Macario Ybarra…

Rock On Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rock On Foundation Organizational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rock On Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Rock On Foundation, established in 2013 by…

VERMONT ALPINE RACING ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ronnie Berlack Award Award Amount: $1,000 to assist in funding program fees Age Group: U18+ Geographic Scope: Vermont Purpose: This award is presented to the VARA member athlete who exhibits drive…

BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Royals Youth Hockey Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Royals Youth Hockey Fund offers financial assistance to young athletes…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Royalty Fields Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royals Charities Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Royalty Fields Grant Program, presented by the…

FAITH FAMILY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rugby Scholarship Funder: Faith Family Education Foundation Inc (TX, US) Status: Active Geographic Scope: Texas (Faith Family Academy students) Focus Areas: Financial assistance for post-secondary…

US $10,000 - US $100,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural YMCA Grant Program (IA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Economic Development Authority Amount: US $10,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Rural YMCA Grant Program in Iowa…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ruth & Ralph Sharrer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Ruth & Ralph Sharrer Scholarship, provided by the…

GRAND FORKS PARKS AND RECREATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ruth Nord Family Fund Geographic Scope: Grand Forks, North Dakota Overview: Created by the Ruth Nord Family to fund youth golf and tennis programming. Focus Areas: - Youth golf programming - Youth…

TWO RIVERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ruthie Parrish Memorial Scholarship Funder: Two Rivers Community Foundation (CO, US) Purpose: Created in loving memory of Ruthie Parrish, a cherished community member known for her kindness,…

NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINERS' ASSOCIATION · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Safe Sports School Award Status: Application pause in effect; reopening anticipated July 2026 Geographic Scope: Secondary schools around the United States Program Overview: The Safe Sports School…

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MILITARY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SAME Summer Engineering & Construction Camps Geographic Scope: Multiple locations across United States Camp Locations: - US Marine Corps Camp at Camp Lejeune, NC (June 18-24, typical dates) - US Air…

SAMERIAN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Samerian Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Samerian Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Samerian Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sammy D'Angelo Memorial Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: Jamestown High School Focus Areas: Soccer program support Eligibility: - Jamestown High School soccer program - Annual grants to support…

BETHEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Samuel Moye Memorial Scholarship Fund Purpose: This scholarship provides funding for Sports Registration Fees and Gift Cards for Sports Equipment so all Bethel students can participate in sports. The…

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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