10 Sports and Recreation Grants to Kick Off Summer

Summer officially began this year on June 21, 2023. The new season brings many joys with it. Some of which include warm weather, no school, time outdoors, and summer vacations with family and friends. However, one of the best parts about summer is the chance for people to be more active. Summer is the perfect time to try a new activity or participate in a new sport. Which is why, we have highlighted some of the top grants currently available on GrantWatch.com with a list of 10 sports and recreation grants to kick off summer fun!

Sports can be a great way to get exercise and boost your Vitamin D intake. It can also be a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and gain new friends. But for some families, taking up a new sport or activity might not be in their budget. This is why grants are needed for people who otherwise would not have access to some of the same opportunities. These grants can also be beneficial for athletic programs and nonprofits to keep programming up-to-date and adequately funded.

The Latest Grants for Sports & Recreation

1. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to high schools and nonprofit youth programs to promote football among youth across the country. 
2. There are also grants available to nonprofits and individuals to promote youth participation in sports and recreation activities. The purpose of this program is to provide opportunities for youth to run, bike and swim.
3. Grants are available to organizations, government agencies, land trusts and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. 
4. Grants of up to $1,000 are offered to nonprofits, running clubs, and elementary and middle schools to implement structured youth athletic programs.
5. In-kind grants of yoga mats are available to certified yoga teachers and yoga therapists to increase access to yoga, particularly in underserved and vulnerable populations.
6. Grants are also available to nonprofits and individuals to support youth rugby. Grants will focus on improving rugby facilities, enhancing competitions and providing game supplies, as well as supporting individual players. 
7. In addition, grants are open to female athletes and teams to support individual or team needs. 
8. Funding is also open to middle schools for after-school athletics programming serving students in grades 6-8. Funding also intended for the acquisition of sports equipment, safety equipment and uniforms. 
9. Additionally, there are grants to organizations working to promote education and participation in the sport of lacrosse. Funding is to support qualifying organizations that conduct programs and projects for youth between the ages of 6 and 19, particularly in underserved communities.
10. Lastly, in-kind grants are available to coaches and instructors to equip new handball players with eye guards, balls and gloves.

Also, in addition to summer and recreation grants, you may want to take time to check out a recent article about nutrition grants for the summer.

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