VMI Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Coach Ike Sherlock and Jesse Waltz '85 Scholarship Overview: A wrestling scholarship established to honor the legacy of Coach Ike Sherlock and his influence on Jesse Waltz '85. Geographic Scope:…
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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Vmi Alumni Agencies Board Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Coach Ike Sherlock and Jesse Waltz '85 Scholarship Recurrence: Annual Geographic Scope: VMI (Virginia Military Institute), Lexington, VA Program Focus: Wrestling Eligibility: VMI cadets participating…
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Coach Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview Greater Kansas City…
Varies (endowed fund)
PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Coach Norm Pingley Endowed Scholarship Award Amount: Varies annually from endowment (initial endowment: $10,000) Focus Areas: - Health and wellness field degrees - PHSC athletic team membership…
Minimum $1,000
FAIRMONT STATE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Coach Wally and Irma Hood Scholarship Purpose: Provide essential support for a football player in good academic standing each year in perpetuity. Background: - Named after Coach Wally Hood, head…
US $1,000 - US $3,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cochran Family Youth Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: April 25, 2025 Summary The Cochran Family…
NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cole Center Family YMCA Restricted Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Cole Center Family YMCA Restricted Fund, established…
USA HOCKEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
College Hockey/ACHA Growing the Game Grant Award Type: Grant program supporting college-level hockey development and growth Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - College hockey program…
US $5,000 - US $10,000
UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open Foundation
Collegiate Community Hub Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States Tennis Association Incorporated Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Collegiate Community Hub…
SAN DIEGO YACHT CLUB SAILING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Collegiate Sailing Team Grants Funder: San Diego Yacht Club Sailing Foundation Geographic Scope: San Diego area Focus: Support active collegiate sailing programs Eligible Institutions (2024): - San…
Up to US $15,000
COLUMBUS YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Columbus Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbus Youth Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Columbus Youth Foundation Grant aims to enhance…
$10,000
DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Comerica Bank Grand Slam Grant Funder: Comerica Bank in partnership with Detroit Tigers Program Overview: The Grand Slam Grant program provides funding to high school baseball and softball teams to…
$20,000 in equipment
BILL BELICHICK FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
ComLax Lacrosse Equipment Grant Award: $20,000 in lacrosse equipment provided by ComLax Geographic Scope: United States (ComLax has 31 stores across the East Coast: MA, CT, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI and…
US $10,000 - US $40,000
THE SHARKS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Assist Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sharks Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Sharks Foundation, established in 1994, aims to empower Bay…
Up to US $2,400
LOS ALAMOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Endowment for Youth Sports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Alamos Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,400 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Community Endowment for Youth Sports…
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Focus Grant Program: Robert H. Janssen Youth and Youth Sports Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026…
Varies
ORANGE COUNTY YOUTH SPORTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Community Grants Funder: Orange County Youth Sports Foundation (OCYSF) Mission Alignment: OCYSF funds sports programs and activities for at-risk or disadvantaged youth in Orange County. Applicants…
Varies
MERRICK FOUNDATION INC · January 2, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Community Grants Overview: Merrick Foundation provides competitive grants to support diverse programs and organizations serving Merrick County. The foundation carefully considers each application to…
Varies
Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation
Community Grants Program Funder: Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation Inc (MMCF) Geographic Scope: Eastern Sierra Corridor (Mammoth Lakes and surrounding communities including Inyo County, Mono…
Varies
BENNINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Grants Program Overview: Through donations, philanthropic gifts, and fundraisers, the Bennington Community Foundation uses grants to help the community grow. Total Funding History: Since…
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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