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 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?

LIVE LIKE SAM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ski Utah Forever Grateful Give Away Status: Listed among past scholarship programs Purpose: Not clearly specified Geographic Scope: Utah Partner: Ski Utah Note: Limited details available; this is…

$10,000 total (five grants awarded)
SOCIETY OF HEALTH AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Skillastics® Physical Activity Grants Program Overview: Skillastics® and SHAPE America are partnering for the 2nd Annual Skillastics® Physical Activity Grants Program. Award Amount: $10,000 total…

Five new sleds per program
USA HOCKEY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sled Hockey Grant Program Funder: USA Hockey Overview: A grant program designed to help ease the initial financial burden of establishing a new sled hockey program by providing equipment. Award…

Up to $5,000
GEORGIA'S OWN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Small Grant Program Overview: Grants for local nonprofits that fall within Georgia's Own Foundation's mission of empowering local youth. Geographic Scope: Georgia Focus Areas: At least 85% of…

BEMIS COMPANY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Grants That Enrich Communities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Amcor Cares Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Small Grants That Enrich…

Smart & Final Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smart & Final Charitable Foundation Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Smart & Final Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Smart & Final Charitable Foundation focuses…

CONVOY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Smart Family Scholarship - Cheerleader Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Crestview High School Focus Areas: Athletic involvement (cheerleading) Eligibility: - Cheerleader - Positive…

CONVOY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Smart Family Scholarship - Cross Country Amount: $500 Geographic Scope: Crestview High School Focus Areas: Athletic involvement (cross country) Eligibility: - Cross Country participant - Positive…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smethers, Neva and Ernest, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Smethers, Neva and Ernest Scholarship…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smith Atwell Girls Recreational Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $500 Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary Overview Note: This grant application…

Jackson Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

So All Youth Can Play Sports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jackson Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The So All Youth Can Play Sports Grant, supported by…

SOUTH TEXAS YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Soccer Across America Grants Overview: Soccer Across America Grants are awarded on a rolling basis to support operational and equipment expenses specific to programs that provide participation…

$500 - $2,500
Kansas City Soccer Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Soccer Assist Grant Purpose: Provide financial support to clubs and organizations offering youth soccer programs. Award Amount: $500 - $2,500 per grant Geographic Scope: Kansas, Missouri, Iowa,…

MESSIAH UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Soccer Shots Applied Health Sciences Scholarship Award Focus: Financial assistance for Soccer Shots (Harrisburg/York) employees pursuing applied health sciences degrees Funding Source: Soccer Shots…

USA HOCKEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SPEC Grant - Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine Center Award Type: Special project grant supporting sports medicine and athlete health initiatives Geographic Scope: United States (Mayo Clinic program) Focus…

HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Special Interest Grants Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads, Virginia Purpose: Competitive grants reflecting the interests of charitable people whose funds provide grants for various causes Focus Areas:…

South Pasadena High School Tiger · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Special Projects & Equipment Grant Funder: SPHS Tiger Booster Club Purpose: The SPHS Tiger Booster Club has budgeted funds for Special Projects and Equipment that will enhance Athletic Team Programs…

PRICE CHOPPER'S GOLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sponsorships & Charitable Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation has been committed to…

BEYOND SPORT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sport Together Fund Delivered by: Beyond Sport Focus: Supporting safe spaces and providing critical support for displaced people, while training leaders and coaches to help create bonds and build…

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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