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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UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wheelchair Tennis Grassroots Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States Tennis Association Incorporated Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The USTA Wheelchair Tennis…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilburn Clary Medal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview Wilburn Clary Medal The Clary Medal, made possible through the…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Willie Bradshaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: US $750 - US $1,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Overview Willie Bradshaw Memorial…

Varies by cycle; recent cycles: $95,000 (fall 2020, 21 grants), $133,600 (spring 2021, 27 grants)
WINGSTOP CHARITIES · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Wingstop Charities Grant Program Overview: Wingstop Charities awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on engaging youth in the pursuit of their passions through education, arts, sports, and…

Up to $500 per tournament season
WOMEN'S METROPOLITAN GOLF ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WMGA Foundation Junior Girls' Fellowship Program Overview: In pursuit of the mission of fostering junior girls' golf competition, the WMGA Foundation provides stipends to assist in the financial cost…

WOMEN GOLFERS GIVE BACK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women Golfers Give Back Grant Program Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia area Focus Areas: Golf programs for girls Eligibility: Organizations that run golf programs for girls in the Greater…

Summer camp at Woodward West
LIVE LIKE SAM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodward West Summer Camp Merit Scholarship Status: Listed as past scholarship; current status unknown Purpose: Provide merit-based scholarship for summer camp at Woodward West Geographic Scope: Not…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YEP STL! – Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary YEP STL! is a grant initiative where…

US $25,000 - US $350,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Athletic Facilities Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Amount: US $25,000 - US $350,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Youth Athletic…

BAINBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Experience Support Fund (YES Fund) Geographic Scope: Bainbridge Island, Washington Overview: The YES Fund provides financial assistance to young people who may not have the resources to meet…

NEW JERSEY STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION CADDIE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Foundation Overview: The NJSGA Youth Foundation is a component of the organization's charitable giving, supporting youth golf development in New Jersey. Geographic Scope: New Jersey Related…

Ultimate Players Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Growth Grants Overview: Financial assistance program for local disc organizations with goals of increasing participation, reducing barriers of entry into the sport, and supporting inclusivity.…

THE SAMANTHA C SMITH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Hockey Program Grant Overview: Starting in 2026, the Samantha C. Smith Foundation has restructured its youth hockey scholarship program. Rather than awarding individual scholarships to youth…

San Leandro Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Opportunity Scholarships (YOS) Overview: SLED is a proud partner of Youth Opportunity Scholarships, which provides scholarships for middle school students to participate in extra-curricular…

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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