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
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$1,000 - $2,000 or other amount
GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

USTA Initiative Grant Opportunity Funder: USTA Southern (United States Tennis Association) Geographic Scope: Southern Region (includes Georgia) Focus Areas: Tennis programming development and…

$2,500 - $10,000
USTA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

USTA Micro-Grant Program Geographic Scope: Available nationally through USTA Sections and Districts; administered locally by USTA Section and/or District based upon local priorities Background:…

USTA NEW ENGLAND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

USTA New England Game Changer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: USTA New England Inc. Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The USTA New England Game Changer Grant offers up to…

United States Tennis Association- · Rolling / Open Foundation

USTA Player Development Excellence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States Tennis Association Amount: US $3,000 - US $12,000 Last Updated: July 27, 2025 Summary The USTA Player Development…

USTA NEW ENGLAND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

USTA: Adult Social Play Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: USTA New England Inc. Last Updated: November 16, 2025 Summary The USTA: Adult Social Play Grant aims to enhance adult participation in tennis…

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

VARA Collegiate Skier of the Year Award Amount: Not specified Geographic Scope: Vermont colleges and universities Purpose: VT College and University alpine ski racers will be acknowledged for their…

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

VARA George Tormey Award Award Amount: $1,000 Age Group: U16-21 Geographic Scope: Vermont Purpose: This award is presented to an athlete who excels at a second sport and best displays a strong work…

BIG WAVES INC · April 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Vaughn Bigelow Jr. Scholarship Overview: The Vaughn Bigelow Jr. Scholarship aims to create a ripple of positivity in the lives of young water polo athletes in Colorado. Founded in 2019, the…

Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The Vegas Golden Knights Foundation…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Villafane, Brandon, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Villafane, Brandon, Scholarship offers a…

DAKOTA JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Village Green Men's Day Memorial Scholarship Overview: Memorial scholarship offered through the Dakota Junior Golf Association. Geographic Scope: North Dakota Contact Information DJGA PO Box 7252…

$1,200 per camper sponsorship needed
VIRGINIA STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

VSGA Fleming Fund - Junior Girls Golf Camp Grants Overview: The Fleming Fund is dedicated to promoting and growing junior girls golf by making the sport more accessible for young girls who have a…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Walter (Coke) Fehl Hockey Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Walter (Coke) Fehl Hockey Scholarship…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wausau East Girls Swim Team Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Wausau East Girls Swim Team…

THE THIELEN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Weight Room Renovation Grant Overview: The Thielen Foundation provides funding to renovate and upgrade weight rooms at schools, believing that each student-athlete deserves proper equipment and…

Varies by project (examples: $1,000 - $105,000)
WES WELKER FOUNDATION · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Wes Welker Foundation Athletic Equipment & Program Grants Mission: The Wes Welker Foundation supports organizations whose purpose is to influence underserved youth by encouraging their full potential…

WHATCOM COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Whatcom County Youth Soccer Association Academic Scholarship Overview: A $1,500 annual scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors who have participated in WCYSA. The scholarship is split…

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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