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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The Community Foundation of South Puget · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital City Marathon Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Puget Sound Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Capital City…

Orange Bowl Committee Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Capital One Orange Bowl-FWAA Courage Award Sponsor: Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and Capital One Orange Bowl Purpose: Annual award recognizing courage displayed on or off the field…

THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Caps for a Cause Overview: A program that provides autographed Michael Phelps swim caps and other auction items to support non-profit fundraising efforts. Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas:…

UPPER ARLINGTON EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carl D. Smallwood Inclusion Scholarship Geographic Scope: Upper Arlington High School (UAHS), Upper Arlington, OH Focus Area: Soccer athletes demonstrating leadership, inclusion, and excellence both…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl J. Hodges Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Carl J. Hodges Scholarship Fund, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation,…

Parker Youth and Sports Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carol A. Finney Endowment Funder: Parker Youth and Sports Foundation Geographic Scope: Yakima, Washington Status: Active funding opportunity Limited information available on the funder's website.…

Cascades, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cascades Donations and Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cascades, Inc. Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary Cascades Donations and Sponsorships focuses on building sustainable…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane…

USA FOOTBALL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Catch Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: USA Football Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The CATCH Grant, offered by USA Football, provides essential support to organizations facing critical challenges…

BLACK HILLS STOCK SHOW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Category IV Scholarship Award Amount: $2,000 per recipient Number of Awards: 2 scholarships annually Payment Structure: Single payment Eligibility: - High school seniors - Must be invited to…

Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Iota Iota Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cathey Family Scholarship Fund Funder: Jim Cathey (Linfield, Delta Rho '83), Chief Commercial Officer of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Named in honor of: Jim and his brother David, who were members of…

CEDAR VALLEY SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The following deadlines apply to all grant requests of $1,500 or more. Grant requests of less than $1500 may be submitted at any time and will be reviewed on a monthly basis. In…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celine Wyatt Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Celine Wyatt Memorial Scholarship honors a remarkable…

Central Energy Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Energy Trust: Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Energy Trust Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Central Energy Trust offers community grants aimed at supporting…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFMT The Sports Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The CFMT Sports Fund, part of the Community…

CHALLENGED ATHLETES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Challenged Athletes Foundation: Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Challenged Athletes Foundation Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) offers annual…

NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship Overview: The Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship was created in honor of Charlie Adams, former executive director of the North Carolina High School Athletic…

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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