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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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

FALMOUTH ROAD RACE INC · June 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Funder: Falmouth Road Race, Inc. (MA, US) Mission: The grant program was established as a way for Falmouth Road Race, Inc. to give back to the community for its help and…

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…

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…

US $1,000 - US $150,000
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Pond Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Amount: US $1,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Community Pond Program Grants aim to…

MINNESOTA WILD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Power Play Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Wild Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Community Power Play Grant, funded by the Minnesota Wild and…

Columbine Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competition Center Athlete Support Fund Overview: The Competition Center Athlete Support Fund supports the training of athletes in programs offered by the Winter Park Competition Center. Eligibility:…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corky Kress Golf Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Corky Kress Golf Scholarship, administered…

COSTA MESA COMMUNITY ATHLETICS · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Costa Mesa United Youth Sports Facilities Grant Funder: Costa Mesa United Geographic Scope: Costa Mesa, California Overview: Costa Mesa United provides grant funding to support youth sports…

THE TROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Covington Education Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Troy Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Covington Education Foundation Grant supports educational enrichment projects…

HAMILTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crooked Stick Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Crooked Stick Endowed Scholarship, established by…

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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