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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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…

Run Seal Beach · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Run Seal Beach Grant Program Funder: Run Seal Beach, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Geographic Scope: Greater Los Alamitos Unified School District area, including Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, and…

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…

ARLINGTON SOCCER CLUB INC · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Sam Oliver and Marwan Ghabour Scholarships Funder: Arlington Soccer Club (ASC) Geographic Scope: Arlington, MA - for graduating seniors from Arlington high schools Overview: The Arlington Soccer Club…

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…

NORTH CAROLINA TENNIS · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Saunders-Langford Junior Development Grant Deadline: September 1, 2026 Focus: Need-based grants to junior tennis players from small North Carolina communities to help them participate in tournaments…

SOUTH TEXAS YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Overview: Annual scholarship opportunity for scholar-athletes affiliated with South Texas Youth Soccer. Award Amount: $1,000 Award Ceremony: Winners are featured as guests…

UNITED STATES SQUASH RACQUETS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scholastic Squash Grant Program Funder: US Squash Geographic Scope: United States Purpose: The US Squash Scholastic Squash Fund Development Program aims to provide emerging junior squash initiatives…

FOUNDATION FOR THE ENDOWMENT OF THE · June 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Schwartz Miller Scholarship Endowment Purpose: Provides scholarships to high school students for whom the Birkie/Korte race entry fee is a challenge. Background: Established in memory of Andy…

CHESTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scott Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chester County Community Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Scott Elliott Memorial…

$1,500 per scholarship (4 scholarships available)
SOUTH LAKES BOOSTER CLUB · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Seahawk Embodiment Scholarships Funder: South Lakes High School Athletic Boosters Overview: Four prestigious scholarships for graduating seniors at South Lakes High School who demonstrate leadership,…

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seahawks Girls Flag Football Grant Funder: Seattle Seahawks Charitable Foundation Geographic Scope: Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, and Idaho Focus Area: Support for Girls Flag Football programs…

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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