Sports grants & recreation facilities grants to enhance the lives of girls and boys through physical activity and responsible sports, youth sports, wildlife sports, and community sports programs.
Grants of up to $2,500 to USA K-12 schools for projects and initiatives that support recreational activities and nutrition-based programming. Funding is intended to help schools promote healthy choices, and to increase physical activity and nutrition initiatives while promoting students’ social emotional learning. Award ...
Grants of up to $75,000 to Arkansas municipalities and unincorporated communities with small populations to develop open-air recreational facilities. Funding is intended to support the construction and installation of new facilities, as well as major renovations of existing facilities that are open to the public. An engine...
Grants to Arkansas municipalities and county governments to create and develop outdoor recreation facilities for public use. Applicants are required to hold a public hearing concerning the project and to schedule a site visit prior to applying. Funding is intended for project development, land acquisition, or a combination...
Grants to USA ski clubs to protect skiers from experiencing injuries during training and racing. The purpose of funding is to address safety challenges faced by ski facilities. Funding is intended for safety projects, such as trail widening, and acquisition of new safety equipment, including B-netting, A-netting, air pads,...
Grants of $1,000 to Arkansas nonprofit neighborhood organizations for community improvement projects. Funding is intended to promote events and activities that will have a direct and lasting impact on the quality of life in local communities. Grants must benefit residents in Little Rock. The purpose of the grants is to ide...
Grants to USA organizations to positively impact the lives of Armenian-American youth. Consideration will be given to both local and national projects. The Foundation supports Armenian education, cultural activities, camping, and athletic programs that foster cultural appreciation and knowledge in youth.
Grants of up to $15,000 to Arkansas incorporated cities and counties for feasibility studies related to local tourist attractions. Eligible research projects will examine the potential of specific tourism attractions to succeed locally. Tourism attractions include cultural or historical sites, areas of natural phenomenon o...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of injured military veterans and their families. Funding is intended to support a range of services and programs including, but not limited to, therapeutic and recreational activities, career training and education, rehabilitation programs, shelters for the homeles...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, running clubs, and elementary and middle schools to implement structured youth running programs. Funding is intended for either a start-up program or a pre-existing program. Eligible programs are those that are more than just a one-time event and should be running prog...
Grants to USA nonprofits, agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that increase rock climbing accessibility. Funding is intended to preserve and improve climbing areas across the nation. Applicants who have not been previously funded will be given priority.
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that build strong healthy families. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs to enrich children's educational experiences and to build healthy family relationships. Eligible programs include, but are...
Grants of up to $4,000 to Arkansas county fairs in non-urban areas for projects that improve fairgrounds and facilities. Funding is intended for renovations, facility improvements, and construction projects, as well as the acquisition of specific items that directly improve county fair buildings or services.
Grants of up to $15,000 to Arkansas towns and communities for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Grant funds may be used to renovate, upgrade, and improve community facilities, and to purchase equipment for emergency services. Eligible...
Grants to USA and Compact Free Associations nonprofit organizations, corporations, and individuals for research and development projects related to U.S. fisheries. An initial-stage proposal is required prior to the submission of the full proposal. In addition, applicants are advised that the pre-registration process may ta...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding. Funding is available to local, state, and national organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding. Organizations can apply for either monetary gran...
Grants of $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and public agencies to support soccer programs for children and youth between the ages of 5 and 18. This grant offers support for field and player equipment, registration fees, and professional development and training for volunteer coaches. Preference will be given...
Grants to USA anchor replacement groups and climbing organizations to support initiatives to replace inadequate fixed anchors on established routes in local climbing areas. Grant applicants will be expected to demonstrate both need and support from local community members.
Grants to Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee tennis providers to increase participation in the sport of tennis. The primary focus of this program is to increase and retain the number of tennis players within the southern region.
Matching grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofits and government units operating youth baseball or softball programs in eligible midwest states for major field renovations. Applicants in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and South Dakota may apply. Eligible baseball and/or softball fields are those tha...
Grants to Arkansas schools and conservation districts for educational programs related to wildlife conservation. Grant funds may be used for outdoor recreation programs; equipment; field trips; workshops; and improving outdoor spaces. The purpose of this program is to enhance and encourage conservation education.
Grants to USA, Canada, and International grants for research on the prevention of performance-enhancing drug use in sports. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Funding is intended to support research to address the root causes of and to decrease the use of performance-enhancing drugs by athletes.
Awards of $10,000 to USA young military dependents, ages 13 to 18, to recognize their exceptional ability to succeed despite the challenges of military family life. One award will be given to a young nominee who has devised an original and bold solution to address a local, regional, or global challenge. In addition to cash...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to improve children's health. Funding is intended for programs that increase the well-being of children and youth through physical activities. The goal of the program is to encourage and inspire youth to improve their lives by leading a more active lifesty...
Grants of up to $300 to USA families of active overseas military personnel and severely injured service members or veterans to support their children's participation in recreational programs and camps. Funding is intended for a range of activities such as sports, fine arts, camps, tutoring, drivers education, high school b...
Grants to USA first responders, military personnel, and veterans with disabilities for sports and fitness programs that enhance their physical and mental well-being. The funding source supports programs that provide opportunities for community re-integration for personnel who have a permanent illness or physical injury tha...
In-kind donations of playtime products to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipalities. The purpose of the program is to support the purchase of unique, large-scale playspace system parts and building kits for children that encourage creativity, communication, collaboration, and innovation. Priority will be giv...
Grants to USA middle schools to purchase sports equipment and uniforms for after-school athletic programs. The Foundation's goal is to support deserving schools that have insufficient funding for youth athletics. Examples of items that may be approved through this grant program include the following: -Uniforms with sch...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for public welfare activities. Funding is intended to support impactful projects that address social needs across the globe. Requests will be accepted for activities in the areas of education, arts and culture, social welfare, and health and sports.
Grants to USA organizations for programs in the areas of natural resource preservation, land and water conservation, environmental sustainability, and efforts to establish a sustainable population. In Southwest Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, grants are also awarded to local organizations addressing environmental and conserv...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for valuable contributions in the areas of democracy and civil liberties, education and literacy, the environment, health and recreation, Jewish community programming, and reproductive health and rights. Interests, priorities, and geographic restrictions for each of these areas are out...
Grants of up to $500 to USA state and individual garden clubs, and plant societies for educational programs on wildflowers and native flora. Organizations may collaborate with agencies and other organizations to co-sponsor a forum. Transportation departments or state highways need publicity and support for their plantin...
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Grants and loans to USA, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Facilities must offer an essential service and support orderly development for communities located in primarily rural geographic areas. ...
Grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations, boating clubs, and student groups for unique projects that educate about and promote safe and clean boating. Funding is intended to encourage positive behavior changes within in the boating community and recreational boaters. The Foundation is most interested in fundin...
In-kind grants to qualified USA coaches and instructors to equip new handball players with eye guards, balls, and gloves. Funding is intended to foster the development of new handball players and to respond to emerging local interest in the sport.
Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to increase access and participation in softball and baseball for youth under the age of 20. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding may be used for softball and baseball programs, relevant capital projects, and educati...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to participate in a 10-month service program teaching English in low-income communities throughout Israel. The goal of this program is to close Israel’s educational gap and positively impact underperforming youth. Masa Israel Teaching Fellows opera...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, individuals, and government agencies to support a broad range of research, outreach, and education in the fields of oceanic and atmospheric research and environmental protection. Applicants are advised that registrations required to apply may take up t...
Grants of $250 to USA individuals and organizations for projects to improve and maintain privately-owned or public trails used for off-road vehicles, as well as public parks, hiking trails, and nature preserves. Eligible projects may include trail clean-ups, trail expansion, and trail restoration, for example. The funding ...
Grants ranging from $100 to $5,000 to USA nonprofits, schools, faith-based organizations, and public funded service agencies for programs to improve the health and wellness of children in communities where the Funding Source has a business presence. Programs should demonstrate affordability and sustainability, a lasting im...
In-kind grants of yoga mats to USA certified yoga teachers to increase access to yoga, particularly in underserved populations. Mats are provided and shipped free of charge to support service projects. Preference is given to teachers looking to expand or launch a yoga outreach project.
Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands nonprofits, district organizations, Indian Tribes, IHEs, and state, county, and city governments in eligible counties to develop and implement distaster recovery plans. Funding is intended to address economic issues resulting from hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disa...
Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers to complete a short-term (less than 6 months) research project that works towards solving an acute anti-doping problem, or prepares for a larger-scale project. Projects could include expanding knowledge on performance enhancing substances, providing refe...
Grants ranging from $100 to $2,500 for USA teachers, churches, and civic clubs for outstanding classroom projects and community initiatives. Funding for teachers is intended to promote worthwhile classroom projects that improve teachers' ability to teach and students' opportunity to learn, and for which funds may not be re...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support youth sports in communities in which the Funding Source has a business presence. Funding will be awarded to organizations that support team youth sports and that help youth from low socioeconomic families and communities.
Grants to USA organizations to enhance eligible sports fields used by children and youth. Grant funds are intended to cover the cost of improving playing surfaces by installing synthetic turf. Funding is intended to strengthen communities by improving fields used for soccer.
In-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations, groups, municipalities, and schools to create community playspaces for children and youth. Funding is intended to support safe, customized equipment, site enhancement projects, and play areas that serve children and adolescents age 10 and up from low-income communities.
In-kind donations of athletic courts to USA nonprofit organizations, groups, municipalities, and schools. Successful applicants will receive a customized athletic court, including storage area, sports equipment, floor surfacing, and amenities such as nets, hoops, and goals. The sports court may be striped for up to three s...
Grants to Arkansas government agencies, federal land managers, and private organizations to create and sustain motorized pathways and facilities. Funding may be used to maintain pathways; develop and restore existing pathways; purchase and lease equipment; and create new recreational trails.