Grants for Youth Sports

Last updated August 23, 2026

There are currently 792 active grants for youth sports in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Mayor’s Youth Sports Grant	City of Boston	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Community Grants	Oklahoma Tennis Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Fiesta Events: Spirit of the Fiesta Bowl Grant	Fiesta Events Inc	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	PRO 2026-07 Water Safety Leading Grant	Childrens Board Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Oakland Athletic League Community Sports Grant Program	Positive Coaching Alliance	Rolling	$5K – $20K
Foundation	Research Grant Program (Small and Large Grants)	National Operating Committee on	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Norwell Boosters Leadership/Sportsmanship Award (Boy)	Norwell High School Boosters Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	The Kansas City Royals Foundation Grants Program	The Kansas City Royals Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Kowalski Robinson Youth Inspire Scholarship	Athlife Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Travel & Training Fund	Womens Sports Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Get Kids Moving! Grant Program	Life Time Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Cannon Carr Tournament Entry Fee Assistance	Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc	Rolling	Up to 2 tournament reimbursements per applicant
Foundation	Matching Program	Midway Usa Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Andrew Lawson Memorial Scholarship	Norwell High School Boosters Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant	Us Lacrosse Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Monica Abbott Softball Scholarship Fund Grant	Greater Kansas City Community Foundation	Rolling	$2K
Foundation	Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Fund for Youth Sports Grants	Rochester Area Community Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $25K
Foundation	Ian Miskelley Be Better Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation of The	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Positively Memphis Community Grant: Health, Wellness and Sport Focus	Pga Tour Inc	Rolling	$1K – $25K
Foundation	Youth Philanthropy Board Grant– Sussex County	Delaware Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Youth Day Camp Scholarship Program (Bill Hughes Memorial Scholarships)	The Chino Hills Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	DJGA Golfer of the Year Award	Dakota Junior Golf Association Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Kalen Kelly Memorial Scholarship	Norwell High School Boosters Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Junior Shooting Sports Scholarship	The American Legion	Rolling	$1K – $5K

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About 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.

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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